Mauritius Police Hunt Man Wanted for Child Sexual Abuse in Tranquebar
A wanted notice has been issued for Jean François Veckranges, 36, missing since 20 October and sought by Pope Hennessy police station.
Mauritius Police Force has issued a formal wanted notice for a 36-year-old man suspected of child sexual abuse, asking the public to help locate him as soon as possible.
The Police Press and Public Relations Office published the notice on Friday 6 November. The suspect, Jean François Veckranges, is described as unemployed and was last known to reside at Chateau d'Eau, Tranquebar, a residential area in the Port Louis district.
Veckranges has been missing since 20 October and is being actively sought by officers attached to the Pope Hennessy police station, which covers that part of the capital. The investigation concerns an alleged sexual offence against a minor.
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Jean François Veckranges is urged to contact police on 211 14 15 or 211 88 52. Calls can also be made to the nearest police station at any hour.
Authorities have also issued a reminder about the legal consequences of sheltering a fugitive. Under Section 172 of the Mauritius Penal Code, any person who knowingly harbours or assists in concealing an individual who has committed a crime, or against whom a warrant has been issued, faces a custodial sentence. Police are asking the public not to assist the suspect in any way and to pass on any leads immediately.
Child sexual abuse cases in Mauritius are treated as serious criminal offences. The Child Protection Act and related provisions of the Penal Code carry significant penalties for offenders. The Pope Hennessy police station, located in central Port Louis, handles cases across several urban neighbourhoods including Tranquebar and surrounding areas.
Police have not disclosed further details of the alleged offence in order to protect the identity of the victim, in line with standard practice in cases involving minors.
If you have any information, do not approach the individual. Contact police directly on the numbers provided above.
Source: ION News
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I report information about a wanted person in Mauritius?−
You can contact the Mauritius Police Force directly on 211 14 15 or 211 88 52, or visit your nearest police station. For this specific case, the investigating unit is the Pope Hennessy police station in Port Louis.
Is it illegal to hide a wanted person in Mauritius?−
Yes. Under Section 172 of the Mauritius Penal Code, knowingly harbouring or helping to conceal a person who has committed a crime or against whom a warrant has been issued is a criminal offence punishable by imprisonment.
What laws protect children from sexual abuse in Mauritius?−
Child sexual offences in Mauritius are covered by the Child Protection Act and relevant provisions of the Penal Code. Offences against minors carry serious penalties including imprisonment, and investigations are handled with strict confidentiality to protect the identity of victims.
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