It was alleged that the accused were involved in the sexual abuse of children in the districts of Banda, Chitrakoot and the surrounding areas in Uttar Pradesh. It was further alleged that these photographs and video films containing child sexual abuse material were published/transmitted by the accused using the facility of internet. The accused allegedly used these electronic items and gadgets to lure children falling in the age group of 5-16 years. It may be mentioned that a Special Unit “Online Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Prevention/ Investigation (OCSAE)” has been created in CBI, New Delhi for matters pertaining to online child sexual abuse and exploitation. Apart from receiving various references/information, the unit is undertaking an investigation of various offences relating to online child sexual abuse and exploitation.

Source: dna November 17, 2020 16:52 UTC