UP man arrested for rape-murder of minor

India Jun 30, 2025

A heartbreaking case from Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh: a man named Sachin, who worked as domestic help for a family in Pachdeora village, has been arrested after allegedly raping and killing their six-year-old daughter.
The girl went missing on Sunday morning and was later found dead in a drain after Sachin led police to the spot.

Accused tried to escape

Sachin tried to escape while being taken to the crime scene and was injured when police stopped him.
Investigators are gathering evidence, and officials have promised strict action—Superintendent of Police Neeraj Kumar Jadoun assured the family that "severe punishment" will be sought for the accused.