**Mumbai Teen’s False Assault Claim Leads to Revelation of Underage Pregnancy**
In a shocking case from Mumbai, an 18-year-old girl who was found to be eight months pregnant during a medical examination at Cama Hospital initially gave a false statement to police in an attempt to protect her boyfriend. The matter came to light after doctors, suspecting she was underage, informed the police, prompting a detailed investigation.
**The Initial Misleading Claim**
According to the initial report, the victim stated that she was sexually assaulted by an unknown man while on a trip to Matheran with friends. She alleged that the man, despite knowing she was underage, forced himself on her at a lodge. Based on this account, the Matheran Police launched an investigation into the alleged assault.
**The Truth Unfolds**
The investigation took a turn when police interrogated the victim’s close friend. The friend confirmed that she and another companion had traveled to Matheran in July, but the victim had not accompanied them. This directly contradicted the victim’s earlier story.
When confronted with this evidence, the victim admitted in a supplementary statement recorded on September 25 that her initial account was fabricated.
**The Actual Sequence of Events**
The victim revealed that her 17-year-old boyfriend was responsible for her pregnancy. She stated that he had repeatedly engaged in sexual relations with her when she was still a minor, around January or February 2024, at his maternal uncle’s residence.
**Case Transfer and Charges**
Based on the revised statements and corroboration from her friends, investigators established that the offence took place within the jurisdiction of the Wadala TT Police Station. Consequently, the Matheran Police have officially transferred the case to Wadala TT Police for further investigation.
The 17-year-old boyfriend has been booked under relevant sections, and further inquiries are currently underway.
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