The police mentioned they’re investigating the case
Chennai:
The Chennai Police have filed a case towards a TV journalist of Information Tamil 24×7 and others for his or her alleged involvement within the sexual harassment of ladies at a bar within the early hours of Monday.
Reviews mentioned the ladies leaving the bar weren’t solely filmed with out consent but additionally subjected to abuse and obscene feedback. The footage, telecast by a number of TV channels, sparked outrage on social media.
The fees embrace sexual harassment, specific sexual behaviour, wrongful restraint, illegal meeting, singing obscene songs, and intent to insult a lady’s modesty.
The police mentioned they’re investigating the matter.
The incident highlighted the necessity for strict motion towards any type of harassment and the accountable use of media platforms.
Investigators mentioned bother began when 5 members who had been denied entry at a personal bar after the bar timing ended created a ruckus. Many shoppers had been reportedly watching the world cup cricket remaining match and the next programmes since Sunday evening.
On listening to about this, the accused Sudharsan and the others got here.
”Whereas taking video, a number of unknown folks used abusive, denigrating and obscene remarks towards the ladies popping out of the bar, which had been telecast later in numerous channels,” the police mentioned in a press release.
Neither Information Tamil 24×7 nor the journalist Sudharshan has responded to the allegations or the police expenses.