The girl’s parents were away when the assault took place, officials said. The girl’s father worked in a support-staff role at the embassy, according to police. The 2012 law introduced stricter punishment — including the death penalty — for those convicted of crimes against minors in India. The US Embassy said in a statement: “We were deeply disturbed by the alleged misconduct. Rights activists questioned the police’s account, while many others celebrated and hailed the officers as heroes, showering them with rose petals.

Source: bd News24 February 06, 2020 19:18 UTC