The Kulithalai police on Friday admitted to the government hospital a 31-year-old man, who was beaten up by the members of the public for allegedly sexually assaulting a four-year-old girl.According to sources, the crime was committed by him about four days ago. After coming to know of the crime, the victim’s grandmother reportedly attacked the offender with a sickle and dragged him to the road to hand him over to the police. While on the way, the passers-by and the onlookers joined her and beat him up.On information, the police rushed to the spot and rescued him. He was later admitted to the Government Hospital for treatment. Further inquiry was on. Published - August 14, 2026 11:16 pm IST