Jhalakathi, Mar 11 (V7N) - Police have arrested Nirjon Sikder, a 17-year-old, in connection with the attempted rape of a three-year-old girl in Kantalia, Jhalakathi. The arrest took place on the morning of March 11, 2025, in the Uttar Chechri area of Chechri Rampur Union. Nirjon is the son of Biplob Sikder from the same village.

The incident occurred on March 4 when Mithun Mistry, a Bahraini expatriate, was at home with his wife and daughter, Moumita. While Moumita was picking tomatoes in a nearby field, Nirjon allegedly lured her into a banana garden and attempted to assault her. The situation came to light when Moumita's elder brother, Nihar Ranjan Mistry, filed a case on March 9 after their mother noticed the child's distress upon seeing Nirjon.

Kanthalia Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mong Chenla confirmed that Nirjon has been arrested as the main accused in the case. Following his arrest, he was presented before the court for legal proceedings. The case underscores ongoing concerns regarding child safety and sexual violence in the region.

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