Case Title: False Allegation of POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences)
Case Number : 436/5 date 24/2019
Detective: Ranjit Dey.
Date: 2nd may 2020
Summary of Allegation:
The allegation involves Santanu Chatterjee , who was accused of sexually assaulting a minor Sabina Khatoon, on 23rd January 2019 . The complaint was filed by Tamanna Sheikh , the mother on 24th January 2019.
Investigation Process:
Initial Steps
Complaint Review: The initial complaint was reviewed to understand the specifics of the allegation, including the date, time, and location of the alleged incident.
Preliminary Interviews: Conducted interviews with the complainant, the alleged victim, and any immediate witnesses or individuals who might have relevant information.

Evidence Collection
Physical Evidence: No physical evidence was found at the alleged crime scene supporting the allegation.
Medical Examination: The medical examination of the alleged victim did not corroborate the claims of sexual assault.
Digital Evidence: Review of digital evidence (e.g., text messages, emails, social media interactions) between the alleged victim and the accused revealed no incriminating content.

Detailed Interviews
Alleged Victim: The interview with the alleged victim revealed inconsistencies in their story. The details of the incident changed significantly in repeated tellings.
Accused: The accused provided a strong alibi with verifiable evidence, including witness statements and time-stamped video footage.
Witnesses: Key witnesses, including teachers, friends, and neighbours, provided testimonies that contradicted the allegations and supported the accused’s alibi.
Background Checks
Accused: A thorough background check on the accused revealed no history of any criminal activity or previous allegations of misconduct.
Complainant and Alleged Victim: Background checks revealed a history of disputes between the complainant and the accused, suggesting potential motives for a false allegation.
Psychological Evaluation
Alleged Victim: A psychological evaluation of the alleged victim indicated possible coaching or influence by the complainant.
Accused: The accused showed no signs of behaviour consistent with the actions described in the allegation.
Findings
After a comprehensive investigation, the following findings were made:
Inconsistencies in Testimonies: The alleged victim’s story had multiple inconsistencies and did not match the physical evidence.
Lack of Corroborating Evidence: There was no medical, physical, or digital evidence to support the allegations.
Strong Alibi: The accused provided a verifiable alibi, supported by multiple witnesses and video footage.
Motive for False Allegation: Evidence suggested a possible motive for the false allegation, rooted in previous disputes between the complainant and the accused and some financial problem.

Conclusion:
Based on the investigation, it is concluded that the allegation of sexual assault under the POCSO Act against Santanu Chatterjee is false. The evidence overwhelmingly supports the innocence of the accused, and the inconsistencies in the alleged victim’s account, along with the lack of corroborating evidence, indicate that the allegation was fabricated.