Maharashtra Man Arrested for Blackmailing Victims with Obscene Clips
‘Love trap’, minor victims, blackmail: Maharashtra man arrested for circulating obscene clips
Hindustan Times
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A 19-year-old man from Paratwada in Amravati district, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly sharing obscene videos of women and minors after luring and blackmailing them. The police have formed a Special Investigation Team to investigate the case, which involves multiple victims and serious charges under various laws.
- 01Ayan Ahmed Tanvir Ahmed, 19, arrested for sharing obscene content.
- 02Accused allegedly lured victims into a 'love trap' and filmed them.
- 03Police report involvement of 180 minors among the victims.
- 04Charges include sexual assault and violations under the POCSO Act.
- 05A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the case.
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Ayan Ahmed Tanvir Ahmed, a 19-year-old resident of Paratwada in Amravati district, Maharashtra, was arrested for allegedly circulating obscene photos and videos of women and minors online. The police reported that he lured victims into a 'love trap,' taking them to cities like Mumbai and Pune, where he filmed them without consent. The investigation revealed that the accused is linked to 180 minors, raising serious concerns about the extent of the abuse. He faces multiple charges, including sexual assault and harassment, under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the IT Act. Following public outrage, especially from Rajya Sabha MP Anil Bonde, a Special Investigation Team comprising 11 police officers and 36 constables has been established to ensure thorough investigation. The Amravati District Administration has also taken action by demolishing part of the accused's residence as part of the ongoing legal proceedings.
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This case highlights significant concerns about the safety of minors and the prevalence of online exploitation in the region.
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