Bengaluru: A disturbing cybercrime case has surfaced in Bengaluru after a young woman, who participated in a popular private television reality show, alleged that she was blackmailed using secretly recorded washroom videos. The complaint was filed at the City Cyber Crime Police Station.
According to police sources, the incident took place during a sports event held in Koramangala, where the contestant was present as a participant. While she visited a washroom at the venue, an unidentified man allegedly recorded her without consent and clicked photographs secretly.
Instead of contacting the victim directly, the accused reportedly sent the videos and images to the Instagram account of one of her close friends. Through repeated messages and video calls, he allegedly demanded money, threatening to upload the visuals on social media if his demands were not met.
The complaint states that the accused made three to four video calls and shared multiple video clips, causing severe mental distress. The victim, who had reportedly reached the top-five stage of the reality show, decided to approach the police after enduring continuous harassment and psychological pressure.
She submitted digital evidence, including video clips, photographs and chat records, to the cybercrime authorities. Based on her statement, a case has been registered and a detailed investigation has been initiated.
Police officials said efforts are underway to trace the accused by analysing IP addresses, digital footprints and social media activity. Authorities have assured strict action once the suspect is identified.
