Archive · 23 May 2025
Man and Mother Sentenced to 20 Years in Rape Case
A man, who is HIV-positive, was repeatedly raping a 13-year-old girl, while her mother helped him do it in exchange for money.
The girl told her aunt what was happening during a religious event, and the aunt told the police.
The mother threatened to kill her daughter if she talked about the abuse.
The court found them guilty, and they were given 20 years in prison.
The court decided this based on the girl's story, recordings, and medical evidence.
A 35-year-old HIV-positive man and the victim's mother were sentenced to 20 years in prison.
The man was convicted of repeatedly raping a 13-year-old girl, and her mother was convicted of enabling the crime.
The abuse occurred over two months, with the mother allegedly receiving money for sending her daughter to the accused.
The girl's aunt reported the crime after the girl confided in her during a religious function.
The court considered medical evidence, the victim's testimony, and mobile recordings as evidence.
- Who
- A 35-year-old HIV-positive man, the victim's mother, and a 13-year-old girl.
- What
- A man and the victim's mother were convicted of crimes related to sexual assault.
- When
- The crime was reported in September 2024, and the court's verdict was recent.
- Where
- Dhoraji town of Rajkot, India
- Why
- The girl's mother sent her to the accused for money, and the girl was threatened to remain silent.
Accused's Defense
Prosecution's Case
Accused's Defense
Accused's Defense
The accused was framed.
Prosecution's Case
The victim's statement, medical evidence, and mobile recordings supported the case.
- Accused's Age
- 35
- Victim's Age
- 13
- Mother's Involvement
- Enabling crime for money
- Sentence
- 20 years
- Compensation
- Rs 7 lakh
