GUWAHATI: Guwahati police prevented a child marriage in the nick of time, rescuing the minor girl and arresting the man as preparations were underway for the wedding.
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Working on a tip-off, a team from the Bhagadattapur Police Station launched an operation at an unrevealed location in Mayong of Morigaon district, leading to the rescue on Saturday, April 5. The 24-year-old accused was also nabbed in the operation; the police declined to divulge his identity.
According to the police, one Shahjahan Ali kidnapped the 14-year-old girl from Dakshin Gaon and took her to Mayong. His family was allegedly preparing for the marriage when police intervened and nabbed all those involved.
Investigations are on to ensure strong action against the accused.
