KIZHAKKAMBALAM: The man, accused of abducting and abusing a schoolgirl was sentenced to 23 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 35,000. The said person is Puthanpurackal Ansil (22), who was convicted by the Perumbavoor Special Fast Track Court.

The incident took place in July 2022 within the limits of Thadayittaparambu police station. The accused got to know the student through Instagram and managed to get the nude pictures of the girl through WhatsApp. According to case, he abused the girl by threatening to spread the same pictures through social media. The accused was arrested following a complaint lodged by the parents.

The accused is now lodged in Viyoor Central Jail.