Man attempts sexual assault on 7-year-old, daughter's friend; locals beat him up

• Kasi Vishnu (42) attempted to sexually assault a 7-year-old girl in Rajanagaram mandal, East Godavari district.
• The victim, a friend of Vishnu's daughter, was alone at home due to illness when the incident occurred.
• The girl's mother and locals caught Vishnu, tied him to a tree, and beat him before police arrived.
• Police registered a case under the POCSO Act; Vishnu was remanded for 14 days.
• Social workers advise parents to educate children on 'good touch - bad touch' and be vigilant.