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Police intensify investigation into religious preacher accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old girl

Police intensify investigation into religious preacher accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old girl
Image: Asianet News

Police have intensified the investigation into the case of Karunagapally native and vlogger Muhammad Niyas Johari, who was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl by promising to cure her illness through prayers. Police are investigating whether the vlogger, who has over one and a half lakh followers, has exploited other girls similarly. Police have also decided to conduct scientific examinations of his mobile phone and social media accounts.

Originally reported by Asianet News Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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