Shivamogga doctor booked for performing illegal abortion on minor
Shivamogga: In a shocking incident, a government doctor has been booked along with five others in connection with a foeticide case involving a minor girl in Shivamogga district. Police have arrested one youth in connection with the case.
According to the news reports, the doctor allegedly performed an illegal abortion on a minor girl at a private hospital after she became pregnant following a sexual assault. The minor’s parents reportedly sought the youth’s assistance to terminate the pregnancy.
The police have also registered a POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) case in connection with the assault, which was filed in late September, officials confirmed.
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Meanwhile, District Health Officer Dr. Nataraj mentioned that the health department will take disciplinary action after the police investigation is completed.
The case has sparked concern, raising questions about medical ethics and the misuse of medical facilities for illegal abortions.
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