Overview

• Anurag, a Bengaluru tech worker, was traced to Andhra Pradesh and arrested for allegedly groping a woman at Hard Rock Cafe on June 21.
• Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage of an alleged June 22 attack in Anekal taluk where intoxicated men surrounded and molested a woman buying groceries.
• Bannerghatta police have detained a father-son duo, John Richard and Kanikya Swamy, on charges including molestation, assault and criminal intimidation.
• Local residents and the victim’s gym trainer intervened in both cases, resulting in counter-complaints and assault charges against the trainer.
• Critics have highlighted initial FIR delays and renewed demands for stronger action against substance-driven harassment in public spaces.