Kochi doctor's phone reveals sexual abuse of several women after he alleges assault by Malayalam actors
A Kochi-based doctor, previously known for alleging assault by Malayalam actors, is now the subject of a rape investigation. Police discovered incriminating digital evidence on his phones, leading to a lookout circular as he remains at large.
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This case highlights the intersection of celebrity-related legal disputes and serious criminal allegations, drawing significant public attention in India.
A Kochi-based doctor who had earlier alleged that he was abducted and assaulted by Malayalam actors Athulya Chandran and Bibin Perumpally is now suspected of having sexually assaulted several women, police said on Saturday.The doctor, identified as Dr Johnson Varghese, is booked in a rape case and has been absconding since the case was registered on Friday. Police said an examination of his two mobile phones revealed videos and photographs of intimate moments involving several women, according to news agency PTI.Kochi City police have decided to issue a lookout circular against the 41-year-old doctor, according to a report by The Hindu.The phone was handed over to the police by the complainant, a 50-year-old woman, the report added.Also Read | Doctor arrested for assaulting police after ganja seized from hotel roomDoctor's phones reveal videos, photographs involving several womenThe case was registered at the Infopark police station following a complaint by a…
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