Ballia (UP): A girl was allegedly raped by her 13-year-old neighbour here, police said on Thursday.
The incident took place in Narahi police station area on Wednesday.
The eight-year-old girl was alone on the terrace of her house when the accused jumped over from the terrace of his house and raped her before fleeing the scene, said Station House Officer (SHO) Panne Lal.
The girl narrated her ordeal to her parents, who informed police, he said.
"Based on a complaint lodged by the girl's mother, we have registered a case in the matter and initiated an investigation," the SHO said.