A shocking case from Morbi surfaced where a man allegedly traded his wife and minor daughter to a landlord over unpaid rent of ₹2,000. Police arrested two accused and booked them under POCSO and gang rape charges.
A deeply disturbing case has come to light from Gujarat’s Morbi district, where a man allegedly handed over his wife and minor daughter to a landlord in exchange for unpaid house rent of just ₹2,000. The incident has triggered outrage after police confirmed sexual exploitation of both victims over several months.
According to police officials, the accused husband, unable to pay rent due to financial hardship, allegedly entered into an illegal arrangement with the landlord. Investigators said the landlord repeatedly sexually assaulted the woman and later targeted the couple’s minor daughter as well.
Family Had Shifted to Morbi for Work
Police said the family originally belongs to Surendranagar district and had moved to Morbi nearly six months ago in search of employment opportunities. They were living in a rented room that reportedly cost ₹2,000 per month.
Due to ongoing financial difficulties, the family failed to pay rent for nearly four months. During this period, the husband allegedly agreed to allow the landlord physical access to his wife in exchange for rent settlement.
Officials stated that the abuse later extended to the minor daughter, allegedly with the consent of the father. The accused landlord and another associate reportedly took the victims to locations in Morbi and Tankara, where repeated sexual assaults were committed.
Complaint Filed After Mother Informed Police
The horrific abuse came to light after the mother of the minor victim approached Morbi police and lodged a formal complaint. Following the complaint, police immediately registered a case under serious sections related to rape, gang rape, and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
Morbi A Division Police registered an FIR against three accused individuals, including the victim’s husband and the landlord.
Two Arrested, Third Accused On The Run
Police have arrested two accused in the case, including the husband and the landlord. Officials confirmed that the husband has been sent to judicial custody, while the landlord was remanded for further interrogation.
A third accused, suspected to be involved in the crime, is currently absconding. Police teams are conducting raids to trace and arrest him.
Police Statement On The Case
Deputy Superintendent of Police J.M. Lal stated that the father of the minor girl and the landlord allegedly conspired together in the entire act. Police believe the sexual exploitation of the victims continued for an extended period.
Investigators are now examining whether more individuals were involved in the crime and whether similar incidents occurred earlier.
Legal Action Taken
| Section / Act | Details |
|---|---|
| POCSO Act | Applied due to involvement of a minor victim |
| Rape Charges | Filed against accused persons |
| Gang Rape Charges | Added based on complaint and investigation |
| Police Station | Morbi A Division Police |
Public Outrage After Incident
The case has sparked anger and shock across Gujarat due to the inhuman nature of the crime. Social media users and local residents have demanded strict punishment for all accused involved in the case.
Women’s rights activists have also raised concerns over the vulnerability of economically weaker families and called for stronger protection mechanisms for women and children.
FAQ
What happened in the Morbi case?
A man allegedly allowed a landlord to sexually exploit his wife and minor daughter in exchange for unpaid rent of ₹2,000.
Which laws have been applied in the case?
Police have invoked rape charges, gang rape sections, and the POCSO Act because a minor victim is involved.
How many accused have been arrested?
Two accused have been arrested so far, while one more suspect is currently absconding.