Fake Love, Real Crime: College Student Gang-Raped After Blackmail, Three Arrested in Bengaluru Rural

During an initial encounter, the accused allegedly recorded private moments without the victim’s consent and later used the footage to blackmail her, forcing her to comply with repeated demands. Police say the accused then threatened the woman and coerced her into meeting his friends.

Investigators revealed that the victim was later subjected to gang rape by three men — Vikas, Prashanth and Chethan — at a residence in Magadi. The assault reportedly took place after the accused used intimidation and threats involving the private video.

Following the traumatic incident, the survivor approached the Magadi Police Station, after which a case was registered under relevant sections of the IPC. Acting swiftly, the police arrested all three accused, who are known to each other and hail from the same locality.

Police officials stated that Chethan, one of the accused, is married and allegedly facilitated the crime by arranging the location. Two of the accused are students, while the third works as an electrician.

Authorities have also indicated that the prime accused may be involved in similar cases, and further investigation is underway to determine whether other victims are involved.

The police have assured strict action and said efforts are being made to ensure justice for the survivor.