Nedumkandam: The police have arrested a 20-year-old man who allegedly raped a 10-year-old girl who came for tuition.
The incident took place within the Kambamedu police station limits in Idukki district. The minor's relatives alleged that youth had sexually exploited the girl.
The parents of the girl had subjected her to counselling after witnessing certain changes in her behaviour. During the course of counselling the girl disclosed about the sexual assault.
Subsequently, the parents lodged a compliant with the police. A case was registered under the Act against the accused.
After recording his arrest, the Kambamedu police produced him in the court.