Coimbatore child sexual assault case probe proceeding in right direction, no need for SIT: Madras High Court
The Madras High Court has determined that the investigation into the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore is progressing adequately, thus no Special Investigation Team (SIT) is necessary. The court acknowledged the police's efforts in swiftly apprehending suspects and emphasized the importance of ensuring swift justice. The judges also addressed concerns regarding the circulation of unverified information about the case on social media.
- ▪The Madras High Court stated that the investigation into the case is moving in the right direction.
- ▪The police have secured two individuals connected to the crime and are awaiting a DNA report.
- ▪A special public prosecutor has been appointed to handle the trial against the accused.
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The Madras High Court on Friday (May 29, 2026) said it was prima facie of the view that the investigation into the sexual assault and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Sulur, Coimbatore, was progressing in the right direction. Therefore, there was no need to order a court-monitored Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe.A summer vacation Bench of Justices G.R. Swaminathan and V. Lakshminarayanan made the oral observation during the hearing of a public interest litigation (PIL) petition filed by P. Chokalingam of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), who insisted on constituting an SIT to investigate the brutal crime. Will accord top priority to safety of women and children: T.N.
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