Kasaragod: The Chittarikkal police have registered a case under the POCSO Act against a priest for allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy.

According to a Manorama News report, the boy opened up about the incident during a counselling session at school.

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Police officials said they have launched an investigation into the allegations. They added that the priest is absconding.

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