Baruipur rape-murder probe: Accused sold 12-yr-old to co-accused for Rs 10,000

In a harrowing case from Baruipur, the accused Prabhas Mondal was killed in a police encounter but not before he confessed to luring and selling a 12-year-old girl to another perpetrator for Rs 10,000. His admissions led to the recovery of the victim's body and the arrest of additional suspects. Despite the encounter, the investigation continues, bolstered by forensic evidence and CCTV footage. This case underscores the grim reality of child exploitation and the critical need for robust protective measures and justice for victims.