Chennai gym trainer arrested for threatening woman, sharing obscene photo on WhatsApp
A 27-year-old gym trainer in Chennai has been arrested for harassing and assaulting a 19-year-old college student. The suspect allegedly circulated an obscene photograph of the victim on WhatsApp after she attempted to end their relationship.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing issue of digital harassment and gender-based violence, emphasizing the application of India's updated legal framework regarding cybercrimes and women's safety.
A 27-year-old gym trainer has been arrested on charges of threatening and assaulting a 19-year-old woman and circulating an obscene picture of her on WhatsApp.
The woman, a college student, got acquainted with the trainer, Imthiyas Sheriff, in 2024 when she joined a gym. The two later developed a relationship, the police said.
According to the complaint, the woman stopped speaking to Sheriff after finding his behaviour inappropriate. He allegedly threatened to die by suicide if she cut contact, following which they resumed speaking. Sheriff later allegedly obtained an obscene photograph of the woman and used it to threaten her.
On September 28, Sheriff allegedly waylaid the woman while she was on her way to college, abused her, and assaulted her after an argument. Later that day, he allegedly shared her obscene photograph in a WhatsApp group she was part of.
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