TV actor Rohit Chandel arrested under POCSO Act over harassment allegations
Here's the latest update from the Bollywood world:
According to a report by The Times of India, officers from the Pant Nagar Police Station arrested Chandel from his residence in Dahisar on Friday, July 10. Following his arrest, he was produced before a special POCSO court, which remanded him to police custody. The investigation into the allegations is currently in progress.
Adding to this, As per the complaint lodged by the minor, the star allegedly made repeated calls to her mobile phone using both his personal number and several other phone numbers. The complainant shared that the continuous calls caused her significant distress.
Meanwhile, The complaint further alleges that on July 5, Chandel confronted the teenager near her residential building in Mumbai's eastern suburbs. He is accused of chasing her, initiating an argument, verbally abusing her, and physically assaulting her by hitting her with his hands.
Notably, Confirming the development, a police official shared, "Following the complaint, a case was registered and the accused has been placed under arrest. Further probe is underway in the case."
As per the latest buzz, According to the report, the police have invoked Sections 78 and 115(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which deal with offences related to stalking and voluntarily causing hurt. These charges have been added alongside provisions of the POCSO Act.
In further updates, Police officials have also shared that the accused and the minor were known to each other. Authorities are continuing their investigation to ascertain all the facts surrounding the case. The matter remains under active probe, and further action will depend on the findings of the ongoing investigation.
Source: Bollywood Hungama