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Bengaluru Molestation Case: Police Trace Suspect, Reports Differ on Arrest

Conflicting accounts emerged after officers located the man injured in a Bagalur rental following the Sept. 7 attack.

Overview

  • The incident occurred near Jakkur Double Road around 11:45–11:50 p.m. on Sept. 7 as a 29-year-old web designer aided an injured stray dog.
  • The man allegedly groped her twice, prompting a chase by the victim and bystanders during which his scooter skidded and he provided his details before fleeing.
  • Police registered a case on Sept. 12 under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Section 74 after the victim delayed filing a complaint.
  • Officers traced the accused, identified as Manjunath, to a rented apartment near Bagalur, where he was found injured and undergoing treatment.
  • The Hawk/IANS reports an arrest by Karnataka Police, while other outlets say he was summoned for questioning with further action pending his recovery.