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Crime
65-year-old security guard gets life imprisonment for molesting minor in Thane
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 12:02 PM
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A POCSO court in Thane has sentenced a 65-year-old security guard named Uttam Nikalje to life imprisonment for the molestation of a minor.
A POCSO court in Thane, Maharashtra, has handed down a life imprisonment sentence to a 65-year-old security guard for the crime of molesting a minor. The accused, identified as Uttam Nikalje, was found guilty by the court after a thorough examination of the case.
The incident took place in the Dombivli area of Thane district. The court's verdict highlights the strict legal consequences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act for individuals who commit sexual offenses against children.
This judgment serves as a significant legal precedent in the region, emphasizing the judiciary's commitment to protecting minors from sexual exploitation. The case has drawn attention to the need for enhanced security measures and accountability in public and private spaces where minors are present.
The incident took place in the Dombivli area of Thane district. The court's verdict highlights the strict legal consequences under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act for individuals who commit sexual offenses against children.
This judgment serves as a significant legal precedent in the region, emphasizing the judiciary's commitment to protecting minors from sexual exploitation. The case has drawn attention to the need for enhanced security measures and accountability in public and private spaces where minors are present.