CRPF constable, wife arrested for assaulting 10-yr-old child at their home in Greater Noida

The girl was reportedly tasked with household chores and taking care of their children.

“The couple allegedly subjected the child to physical abuse over minor issues. On the night of January 14-15, the girl was allegedly beaten so badly that she had to be hospitalised. Subedar Major of the CRPF lodged a written complaint at Ecotech-III police station, based on which a case was registered under Section 110 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS),” said a Noida police officer in a press statement.

“Tariq has also been suspended by the CRPF and a departmental inquiry has been initiated. The minor had been staying with the couple at their residential quarters inside a CRPF camp in Greater Noida, but no permission or intimation was made by him to his department. The child is currently undergoing treatment at a local hospital, and officials from the child welfare department have been informed,” a senior official said.

The girl was first admitted to Sarvodaya Hospital and later moved to Max Hospital, Sector 128, where she was put on ventilator support.

“The medical reports of the victim indicate severe malnutrition and multiple injuries – fractured bones, torn nails, broken teeth, deep bruises and swelling across the body. Her haemoglobin level had dropped to a dangerously low 1.9,” the official added.

A complaint filed by a CRPF Assistant Commandant expressed concern over the delay and alleged that the residential quarters where the girl was found was being vacated without being sealed for forensic examination – raising fears of evidence tampering.

The CRPF confirmed the constable’s suspension and said internal proceedings were underway to assist the police probe.