A shocking case of cybercrime blackmail and sexual exploitation has emerged from Assam's Cachar district, where a 17-year-old schoolgirl attempted to die by suicide. The incident came to light after her family filed a formal police complaint on Friday, detailing a harrowing ordeal of threats, sexual torture, and the social media leak of explicit videos.
The Harrowing Details of Blackmail and Threats
According to the First Information Report (FIR), a 19-year-old youth from the same region is the prime suspect. The FIR states that the accused psychologically pressured the minor girl into having sexual intercourse on multiple occasions. Crucially, he allegedly filmed these acts without her knowledge or consent.
The suspect then used these videos as a tool for extortion and blackmail. He threatened to release the footage on social media platforms if she did not comply with his continued demands. The threats escalated horrifically, with the accused reportedly warning the girl that he would "scar her for life" with an acid attack if she defied him.
The Tipping Point and Legal Action
The situation reached a critical breaking point when the accused allegedly went ahead and uploaded explicit photos and videos of the victim on various social media platforms. Traumatised by the public violation and relentless harassment, the 17-year-old attempted to end her life.
"She has withdrawn from school and is in a state of profound psychological distress," a family member revealed, highlighting the severe impact on the teenager's mental health.
Following the FIR, Cachar police have booked the suspect under multiple stringent laws. The charges include:
- Section 64 of the BNS for punishment for rape.
- Section 77 for sexual harassment.
- Section 79 for insulting the modesty of a woman.
- Section 308(3) for extortion by threat.
- Section 351(2) for criminal intimidation.
- Relevant sections of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act.
Interstate Manhunt Launched for the Accused
Current intelligence reports suggest the 19-year-old suspect is now hiding in Bengaluru. In response, the Cachar police are actively coordinating with interstate agencies and cybercrime units to track his digital footprints, locate him, and effect an arrest. The case underscores the challenges and necessity of cross-border cooperation in tackling modern digital crimes.
This tragic incident from Silchar throws a harsh light on the devastating real-world consequences of online sexual exploitation, cyber blackmail, and the urgent need for robust legal and support mechanisms for victims, especially minors.
