Fresh Pocso case filed against granite baron R Veeramani in Tamil Nadu

The Central Crime Branch of Tamil Nadu police on Monday registered a fresh Pocso case against granite baron R Veeramani, officials said.

Veeramani is currently in custody, along with alleged accomplices, Ganeshan, Shanthi and her husband Mahandra Simhan.

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The fresh case was registered based on a complaint by a woman who alleged that Veeramani sexually assaulted her minor daughter.

The mother appeared in person at the SIT’s offices in Chennai to file her complaint on Monday.

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Meanwhile, the state police in a press release has appealed to the public to share any relevant information, facts or documents or any other key details pertaining to the case through the WhatsApp number 9345319676.

All informants will remain confidential, said police. “Additionally, it is informed that all received information will be investigated and prompt action will be taken,” said the release.

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The SIT comprises of additional commissioner of police, CCB Chennai P C Thenmozhi, joint commissioner (law and order) Disha Mittal, Superintendent of Police J Mutharasi and deputy commissioner of police (crime against women and children) V V Geethanjali.

It is operating under the direct supervision of the Commissioner of Police, Chennai, A Amalraj.