Bengaluru Police Intensify Search for Suspect in Viral Molestation Case

The April 3 assault caught on CCTV has led to public outrage and criticism of Karnataka Home Minister's remarks on women's safety in urban areas.

A woman was groped by an unidentified man in Bengaluru's BTM Layout on April 3, with the incident captured on CCTV and widely shared on social media.
Police have registered an FIR and are pursuing leads through additional CCTV footage and local testimonies to identify and apprehend the suspect.
The victim has not yet come forward to file a complaint, but police have stated they will proceed with a suo motu case based on the evidence available.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara's remarks, suggesting such incidents are common in large cities, have drawn widespread criticism from the public and opposition parties.
Authorities have been instructed to increase patrolling in the area, while public debate continues over the adequacy of safety measures for women in Bengaluru.