Fake Doctor Arrested for Illegal Abortion in Tamil Nadu
Summary: A man running a fake clinic in Tamil Nadu has been arrested for illegally performing an abortion on a 17-year-old girl. Operating without medical qualifications, he conducted the procedure in an unlicensed clinic and allegedly burned the aborted fetus under a bridge. The incident has raised serious concerns over fake doctors and the safety of vulnerable patients.
Shocking Case: Fake Doctor Performs Illegal Abortion on Minor in Tamil Nadu
How safe is your healthcare provider? In a disturbing incident from Tamil Nadu, a man pretending to be a doctor has been arrested for performing an illegal abortion on a 17-year-old girl. The case has sparked outrage, highlighting
- The dangers of medical fraud
- An urgent need to regulate unlicensed clinics, especially in rural areas
Unlicensed Clinic, No Medical Degree - Yet Operating as a Doctor
The accused ran a clinic named Sai Shin Medical in Devapandalam village near Sankarapuram in Kallakurichi district. Shockingly, he had no formal medical qualifications. Yet, he continued to administer injections and prescribe medicines, fooling patients into believing he was a licensed practitioner.
How the Crime Was Uncovered
The truth surfaced after the family of the minor girl, who belongs to the Tiruvannamalai district, filed a complaint. This prompted swift police action. A surprise raid, lasting two hours, was carried out at the clinic.
Fetus Aborted and Burned: A Grim Turn
According to DT Next, preliminary investigations reveal that the five-month-old fetus was aborted and then burned under the Manimuthar Bridge in Sankarapuram. A forensic team is now examining the site to gather evidence.
Local news channel reported that the abortion and burning of the fetus has caused public outrage, especially in the Sankarapuram area.
Who Took Action?
The police operation was led by Kollam Assistant Commissioner of Police M. Sheriff, with assistance from sub-inspectors S. Sreejith, C. Santhosh Kumar, and S. Lalu, as well as civil police officers Saj, Bijeesh, and Anitha Kumari. The raid was carried out under the orders of District Police Chief (Kollam City) Chaitra Teresa John.
Bigger Picture: Fake Doctors, Real Dangers
This case is not just about one clinic. It raises urgent questions about how many unqualified individuals are posing as doctors in India,
- Putting lives, especially those of women and children, at serious risk.
- It also shows the gap in rural healthcare regulation, where oversight is minimal and exploitation is rampant.
Conclusion
This horrifying case of medical fraud and illegal abortion should be a wake-up call for authorities. Ensuring that clinics are licensed and practitioners certified is not just a formality, it’s a matter of life and death. Regular inspections and strict penalties could help protect vulnerable people from such criminal acts.
Source: Inputs from various media Sources
Priya Bairagi
Reviewed by Dr Aarti Nehra (MBBS, MMST)
I’m a pharmacist with a strong background in health sciences. I hold a BSc from Delhi University and a pharmacy degree from PDM University. I write articles and daily health news while interviewing doctors to bring you the latest insights. In my free time, you’ll find me at the gym or lost in a sci-fi novel.
