
Rape of minor: HC upholds conviction of ex-priest
The Hindu
Court reduces sentence of 20-year RI awarded by POCSO Special Court to 10 years
The Kerala High Court on Wednesday confirmed the conviction awarded by the Thalassery Special Court to Robin Mathew Vadakkumcheril, former vicar of St. Sebastian Church, Kottiyoor, for raping a minor girl. The court also upheld his conviction under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The court, however, reduced the sentence of 20-year rigorous imprisonment given by the POCSO Special Court to 10 years.
Justice R. Narayana Pisharady passed the verdict while disposing of an appeal filed by the former priest against the Special Court judgement.
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