Banda Minor Girl Case Accused Arrested After Fleeing Police Custody

Banda, Uttar Pradesh: Police have arrested Malkhan, an accused wanted in a case involving the taking away of a minor girl. The Bisanda police station team arrested him near Kachahri Road, police said.

Malkhan had escaped from police custody on 1 November after allegedly giving the police the slip. He was reportedly moving around the court complex while allegedly preparing to surrender before the court.

The police searched for him with the help of CCTV footage and surveillance. Acting on information provided by Malkhan, the police also recovered handcuffs from Bargahni village.

Malkhan, son of Kallu, is a resident of Mahokhar village. A case against him has been registered in connection with the minor girl matter under the POCSO Act and other serious sections.

After arresting Malkhan, the police started further legal action. The arrest followed the earlier search for him after he fled from police custody and was subsequently traced near the court area.