The Special Court for POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act Cases has awarded 5 years imprisonment to a man who sexually assaulted a 7-year-old girl.

According to prosecution, Appu, 28, from a village near Valliyoor sexually assaulted a 7-year-old girl in May 2026. Based on the complaint from the victim’s mother, the Valliyoor All Women Police filed a case against Appu and arrested him.

Special Court (for POCSO Cases) Judge Suresh Kumar awarded 5 years imprisonment to Appu and slapped a fine of ₹7,000 on him on Tuesday. The judge also directed the Tamil Nadu Government to give ₹1 lakh as compensation to the girl.