The Child's DNA: A Silent Witness in a Sexual assault Case

Girish Kumar Mathur; Surya Shekhar Daga; Umema Ahmed

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.50742

The Child's DNA: A Silent Witness in a Sexual assault Case

Author(s)	Prof. Dr. Girish Kumar Mathur, Prof. Dr. Surya Shekhar Daga, Prof. Dr. Umema Ahmed
Country	India
Abstract	This paper delves into a high-profile Sexual assault case in Rajasthan, India, where the birth of a child became a pivotal element in the forensic investigation, ultimately providing irrefutable evidence for legal proceedings. The victim, a young girl, reported repeated assaults over a year, culminating in the birth of a daughter. Due to the lapse of time between the assaults and the investigation, traditional forensic evidence, such as semen or blood which are usual evidences in sexual assault cases, was no longer readily available. This presented a significant challenge in connecting the accused to the crime. However, the victim's pregnancy and the subsequent birth of a child opened a new avenue for investigation, utilizing the power of DNA analysis. Blood samples from the victim, the accused, and the child were meticulously collected and analysed using advanced forensic DNA profiling techniques. These techniques, which involve the examination of specific genetic markers, are highly reliable in establishing biological relationships. The results conclusively confirmed the accused as the biological father of the child, providing unquestionable scientific evidence for lawful accounts. The case represents the critical role of forensic DNA examination in establishing parentage, especially in criminal cases where traditional physical evidence-like blood and semen is not available. The use of DNA testing of the newly born in this case not only provided a strong basis for conviction but also highlighted the importance of scientific advancements in seeking justice for victims of sexual assault. This case study emphasizes the transformative potential of forensic DNA analysis in achieving justice in cases where evidence may be limited or compromised.
Keywords	Key words: DNA Profiling, Physical evidences, Paternity testing, Sexual assault case.
Field	Biology > Genetics / Molecular
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On	2025-07-11
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.50742
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9s9pq

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