Minor raped by 'spiritual healer' at Bahadurpura

HYDERABAD: A 17-year-old girl was raped by an alleged spiritual healer at

Bahadurpura

on Monday. The victim had been visiting the culprit's home for the past few days seeking a remedy for her health problems. He was arrested later in the day.

The Bahadurpura police said that the 40-year-old culprit Mohammed Ahmed was booked under section 376 (rape) and Prevention of Children from Sexual Offence Act. The victim's parents insisted that the girl visit his house for reciting scriptures to improve her health condition.The culprit warned the victim not to tell her parents. However, she disclosed it to her parents after returning home.