Horrific Crime: Mother and Boyfriend Arrested in Mumbai for Child Tragedy

A woman and her teenage boyfriend have been arrested in Mumbai for the rape and murder of her toddler daughter. The crime occurred in Malvani, with police charging the duo under POCSO and BNS acts. Ongoing investigations are expected to reveal further details.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 19-05-2025 18:17 IST | Created: 19-05-2025 18:17 IST
Horrific Crime: Mother and Boyfriend Arrested in Mumbai for Child Tragedy
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Mumbai, India — A chilling crime has shaken the city of Mumbai, as police have arrested a 30-year-old woman and her 19-year-old boyfriend in connection with the alleged rape and murder of her two-and-a-half-year-old daughter. The incident occurred in the Malvani area.

According to police, the woman, identified as Reena Sheikh, and her boyfriend, Farhan Sheikh, have been detained following an investigation launched after hospital authorities informed law enforcement of the young girl's tragic demise. Initial findings suggest the child died from shock due to asphyxia after being sexually assaulted.

Authorities have registered a case citing multiple sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Official sources confirm that further details are anticipated as the investigation continues. The community remains in disbelief as they await more information on the heart-wrenching case.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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