Teen held for eloping with minor girl in UP's Shamli

A 16-year-old boy was detained by police for allegedly eloping with a minor girl in Shamli district near here, officials said on Sunday.

Circle Officer Hemant Kumar said a case of abduction was registered against the juvenile following a complaint filed by the girl's mother.

According to the complaint, the 15-year-old girl went missing on May 20 after allegedly leaving home, the officer said.

Police found the duo on Friday evening, Kumar said.

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