Minor girl sexually assaulted by 68-year-old man

Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu): A minor girl was today allegedly sexually assaulted by a 68-year-old man near here, police said.

The man has been arrested, they said.

The incident came to light when the 12-year-old girl complained to her mother.

The man, a neighbour, had entered the house when the girl's mother had gone to the market, Inspector Mallika said.

The man was arrested following a complaint lodged by the mother, the inspector added.