Daijiworld Media Network – Kadaba (MS)
Kadaba, Jan 3: The Kadaba police have arrested Praveen Poojary, a resident of Omkal in Kodimbala village, on charges of sexually harassing a minor girl, a college student, under the guise of a romantic relationship.
As per the complaint, Praveen reportedly gained the girl’s trust and exploited her, establishing a physical relationship in a rented room. He secretly recorded videos of their interactions and used them to blackmail her. He is accused of taking her to rented accommodations near Puttur multiple times, continuing the exploitation, and administering pills to prevent pregnancy.
On Monday, Praveen allegedly took the girl to a rented room in Kumbra, staying overnight. The next day, a quarrel ensued, following which he physically assaulted her and abandoned her near Farangipete. The girl later confided in her family, who then reported the matter.
The victim stated in her complaint that Praveen concealed his engagement to another woman and deceived her with false promises of marriage.
Kadaba police promptly arrested Praveen and registered a case against him under the POCSO Act and other laws pertaining to crimes against minors.