Deaf and dumb minor raped

Kurnool: A 16-year-old deaf and dumb girl was sexually assaulted by two youth in Kocheruvu village under Dhone police station limits in the district on May 5. However, the incident came to light on Wednesday. 

According to sources, the incident took place when two of her brothers, who were mentally challenged, were also present in the house. Taking advantage of mentally challenged brothers and the absens of parents, the duo entered her house and committed the crime. 

The victim narrated the incident to her mother after parents returned in the evening. Later, the parents lodged a complaint with Dhone circle inspector K Raja Gopal Naidu. After filing a report, the police referred the victim to Kurnool General Hospital for medical examination.