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Crime
Datia Court Upholds Death Penalty for 9‑Year‑Old’s Rape‑Murder
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 23 Jul 2026, 04:03 AM
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The Datia POCSO court has confirmed the death sentence handed to the accused in the rape and murder of a 9‑year‑old girl.
The Datia POCSO court on Tuesday reaffirmed the death sentence imposed on the accused in the rape and murder of a 9‑year‑old girl.
The verdict, delivered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, was upheld after a review by the court. The accused had been found guilty of sexual assault and subsequent murder, leading to the harshest punishment available under Indian law.
Legal experts noted that the court’s decision underscores the judiciary’s commitment to protecting children and delivering stringent justice for heinous crimes.
The case has drawn widespread attention, with advocacy groups calling for stronger safeguards for children across the country.
The verdict, delivered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012, was upheld after a review by the court. The accused had been found guilty of sexual assault and subsequent murder, leading to the harshest punishment available under Indian law.
Legal experts noted that the court’s decision underscores the judiciary’s commitment to protecting children and delivering stringent justice for heinous crimes.
The case has drawn widespread attention, with advocacy groups calling for stronger safeguards for children across the country.