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Three juveniles who escaped an observation home in Gumla by scaling a boundary wall using a bedsheet rope were apprehended by police in Lohardaga district the following day. Authorities swiftly launched a search operation after the daring early morning escape. Two of the apprehended juveniles hail from Lohardaga, with the third from Gumla's Ghaghra area. Further actions are in progress.

Police registered an FIR against an unknown person under the Motor Vehicles Act after the juvenile Justice Board questioned inaction against a minor's guardian. A 16-year-old was caught riding a modified motorcycle without a license. The JJB mandated accountability for the vehicle owner or guardian, citing legal provisions for juvenile offenses.

The case stems from an incident on Feb 3, when a 16-year-old boy was intercepted near Fawara Chowk in Sohna

Odisha police are enhancing child-friendly approaches amid rising crimes against children and juvenile offenses. A training program emphasizes empathy and care for young individuals, urging officers to focus on children's life stories over their alleged crimes. This initiative aims to strengthen child protection, rights, and trauma-informed policing practices across the state.

Stone-pelting on trains remains a serious concern for passenger safety and railway operations. The Salem division of Southern Railway is increasing preventive actions and awareness campaigns. Recent incidents involved juveniles and a repeat offender. Authorities are educating the public, especially children, about the dangers and legal consequences. Reporting suspicious activity is encouraged to ensure smooth train services.

In a robust crackdown on drug trafficking, Mizoram Police have intercepted over 2.833 kg of heroin valued at more than Rs 5.05 crore across three sites. Notable events unfolded in the districts of Saitual and Khawzawl, where authorities detained a juvenile driver alongside a Myanmar national.

Three inmates of the Gumla Observation Home escaped early Friday morning by scaling the boundary wall. They fashioned a rope from a bedsheet and used a bent iron rod as a hook to overcome the barbed wire. Police are investigating potential negligence by security guards and are actively searching for the fugitives.

Following a deeply troubling case in Pakur district, seven suspects—five young adults and two juveniles—are now in judicial custody after being charged with the gang-rape of a 13-year-old girl. Police acted swiftly, arresting all seven within hours of the first report.

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Nayapalli police have arrested one member of a gang that lured young men through a dating app, posing as women. The gang robbed a 22-year-old engineering student of cash and a gold chain, also forcing him to transfer money via UPI. They threatened to circulate a video of the incident if he reported it.

Two days ago, Vijay went to the woman’s house. The woman’s family confronted and assaulted him. In the attack, Vijay’s left leg was severed. Police said the accused then gagged him, forced pesticide into his mouth and dumped the body in a nearby bush in an attempt to cover up the crime.

An 18-year-old boy was stabbed in outer Delhi's Sultanpuri area by three juveniles following a dispute over minor issues. The victim, Naitik, sustained a knife injury on his left thigh. Police have apprehended one juvenile accused and are searching for the other two.

Justice Secretary David Lammy unveiled plans to cut youth custody by 25%, inspired by his own experiences growing up in Tottenham. The reforms aim to reduce pre-trial detentions, introduce youth intervention courts, and enhance parental accountability. These measures seek to divert children from crime and prevent future offending by offering community sentences and specialized support.