A 26-year-old man named Gurdeep Singh has been arrested by Banashankari Police in Bengaluru for secretly recording videos of women in public spaces and uploading them to Instagram reels without their consent.
How Was It Discovered?
The incident came to light when one of the victims publicly shared her concern on Instagram, revealing that her video was shared without permission. She claimed she started receiving vulgar messages after the video went viral. The post quickly gained attention, prompting police intervention.
Police Action and Legal Charges
Bengaluru Police filed a suo motu FIR under Section 67 of the IT Act (publishing obscene content) and Section 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (stalking). According to the investigation, the accused had posted over 45 such videos targeting unsuspecting women at locations like Church Street, Koramangala, and MG Road.
Similar Incidents in the Past
Just last month, another case involving the Instagram handle “metro_chicks” made headlines for sharing videos of women in Bengaluru Metro without consent. That case also led to an arrest and raised serious questions about online voyeurism.
What Should Women Do in Such Cases?
- Stay alert in public places and report suspicious behavior immediately.
- Use Instagram and other platforms’ reporting tools to flag unauthorized content.
- File a cybercrime complaint if such videos are found online.
Conclusion
This incident is a stark reminder of the rising threat to digital privacy and women’s safety in public spaces. While technology and social media platforms continue to grow, there’s a need for stricter enforcement and quicker moderation to prevent misuse.
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