Karnataka DSP Sexually Harasses Woman To Favour Her In Case; Arrested After Video Goes Viral

Karnataka: A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Karnataka was arrested and suspended after a video allegedly showing him sexually harassing a woman went viral on social media, officials confirmed on Friday.

The officer, identified as 58-year-old Ramachandrappa, was posted in Madhugiri, Tumakuru district. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday when the woman visited his office to file a complaint regarding a land dispute. According to her, the DSP took her to a room and acted inappropriately, including touching her without consent.

The shocking incident was secretly recorded by someone outside the window and later circulated widely on social media platforms, sparking outrage.

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DYSP A Ramachandrappa of Madhugiri Sub-Division caught inappropriately involved with a woman in his chamber while in uniform. Accused of sexually assaulting a woman who visited the station for grievance redressal… pic.twitter.com/EiBB3Sajj0

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Terming the matter as serious, a senior police official stated, "The department has zero tolerance for harassment or violence against women." A case has been registered under sections 68 (sexual intercourse by a person in authority), 75 (sexual harassment), and 78 (stalking) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

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The accused officer has been suspended, and the investigation is being led by an Additional Superintendent of Police. The authorities have assured a thorough probe to ensure justice for the victim.