Hyderabad, 3 August
Banjara Hills Police Register POCSO Case Against Youth for Alleged Harassment of Minor
Banjara Hills Police Register POCSO Case against a youth accused of allegedly harassing a minor girl, uploading her photos and videos on social media, demanding Rs 1 lakh to remove the content, and threatening her family. Police have launched an investigation and are searching for the accused.
According to the complaint lodged by the victim’s family, the accused allegedly shared the minor girl’s photos and videos on social media without her consent. He later demanded Rs 1 lakh from the family, claiming he would remove the content only after receiving the money.
The Banjara Hills Police Register POCSO Case after receiving allegations that the suspect also attempted to assault the minor girl while reportedly under the influence of alcohol. Following the incident, he allegedly contacted the victim’s uncle over the phone, demanding money and issuing threats to the family.
Based on the complaint, the Banjara Hills Police Register POCSO Case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act along with other relevant legal provisions. Officials said the identity of the accused has not yet been confirmed, and efforts are underway to trace and apprehend him.
Investigators are collecting digital evidence, including the alleged social media posts, and examining phone records as part of the probe. Police are also verifying all available leads to identify the suspect and determine the full sequence of events.
The Banjara Hills Police Register POCSO Case highlights the growing concern over cyber harassment and crimes targeting minors. Law enforcement officials have urged parents and guardians to immediately report incidents involving online abuse, extortion, or threats against children instead of responding to the accused’s demands.
Police reiterated that offences involving minors are treated with utmost seriousness and warned that strict legal action will be taken against anyone found guilty of harassment, online exploitation, blackmail, or intimidation.
The investigation into the Banjara Hills Police Register POCSO Case is ongoing, and authorities said additional legal action will follow once the accused is identified and taken into custody.