16-year-old boy allegedly sexually abused by six persons in Keralam (File photo/AI-generated)A 76-year-old man, identified as Majeed, a resident of Valayam, has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a 16-year-old boy near Nadapuram in Kerala. Police said the boy’s statement indicated that he was taken to different places and sexually abused by six persons on multiple occasions. Five FIRs have been registered at Valayam police station and another at Kuttiady police station under the POCSO Act. The case came to light after the boy repeatedly refused to attend school, following which his family questioned him and learnt about the alleged abuse. Majeed was taken into custody on Wednesday, and his arrest was subsequently recorded at Valayam police station. Police are investigating the case and attempting to trace the other five alleged accused. 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The boy's parents have committed to ensuring he receives necessary counselling, behavioural guidance, and rehabilitation, following an incident that triggered significant public outrage, a government-led safety audit of state schools, and the formation of a committee to examine the case, which involved the victim suffering multiple injuries before her recent discharge from PGIMER.Nov 5, 2026 10:10 AM ISTBoy sexually abused by multiple persons in KeralaA 76-year-old man, identified as Majeed, a resident of Valayam, has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a 16-year-old boy near Nadapuram in Kerala, according to PTI. Police said the boy’s statement indicated that he was taken to different places and sexually abused by six persons on multiple occasions. Five FIRs have been registered at Valayam police station and another at Kuttiady police station under the POCSO Act. The case came to light after the boy repeatedly refused to attend school, following which his family questioned him and learnt about the alleged abuse. Majeed was taken into custody on Wednesday, and his arrest was subsequently recorded at Valayam police station. Police are investigating the case and attempting to trace the other five alleged accused. The boy has undergone a medical examination and has been counselled to provide a detailed statement.© IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd