Patna, September 22, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Bihar Police have arrested Nandan Yadav, the alleged prime accused in the molestation and harassment of a minor girl student in Jamui district, following a police encounter in which he sustained a gunshot injury to his leg, officials said on Tuesday.
According to police, Yadav was being taken to the reported crime scene as part of the investigation when he allegedly attempted to escape from custody. Police said an encounter followed, during which he was shot in the leg. He was subsequently admitted to a hospital for treatment.
Investigators identified Yadav with the help of a video of the incident that went viral on social media. Police said he was the youth seen wearing a red gamchha in the footage.
Police have also arrested Ramashish Chaudhary, who is accused of circulating the video online. With the latest arrests, five people have been taken into custody in connection with the case so far, including three juveniles.
The incident occurred late on Saturday evening in the Madwa Pahar area of Jamui district, where a minor girl student was allegedly stopped and molested by a group of youths while returning from the area. A male student accompanying her was also allegedly assaulted, according to the FIR.
The matter came to light after a video of the incident began circulating on social media on Sunday evening. The district administration subsequently contacted the victim’s family and registered a case.
The investigation is continuing, with police examining the involvement of other individuals and the circumstances surrounding the recording and circulation of the video.
Jamui Police have also intensified action against those accused of sharing the video or disclosing information that could reveal the identity of the minor victim. Police said FIRs have been registered against operators of 120 social media profiles across multiple platforms for alleged violations related to circulation of the content.
Jamui Superintendent of Police Vishwajeet Dayal warned that revealing the identity of a minor victim is a serious offence and can invite action under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, the Information Technology Act and the Juvenile Justice Act.
Cases have been registered at Jamui Sadar Police Station under the relevant provisions, he said.
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