A man was booked under provisions of Pocso Act and arrested for reportedly raping his 15-year-old daughter.
The victim became pregnant and delivered a baby about 15 days ago. The family members, who did not act against him all these days, lodged a complaint with the police on March 20.
The suspect, a native of Shivamogga, relocated to Sirsi 15 years ago.
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