Vijayawada POCSO Court Delivers Landmark Verdict: 20 Years RI for Minor's Assailant

• Vijayawada POCSO Court sentenced Kandrakonda Antony to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for the atrocity committed against a 14-year-old girl.
• The incident occurred in Kondapalli three years ago, with the verdict pronounced by Judge Velpula Bhavani.
• Antony had raped the girl twice and threatened her and her family to ensure her silence.
• Police investigation included examining 18 witnesses, leading to strong evidence against the accused.
• The verdict reinforces the power of the POCSO Act in protecting minors and serves as a warning to offenders.