Kerala Police Investigate Sexual Harassment Allegations Against Senior Neurosurgeon
The Medical College police in Thiruvananthapuram have officially registered a case following a serious sexual harassment complaint filed by a woman against a former superintendent of the Government Medical College Hospital. The accused, identified as Dr. Sunil Kumar, currently serves as a senior doctor heading a unit in the neurosurgery department of the same institution.
Details of the Alleged Incident
According to the formal complaint submitted to authorities, the alleged sexual harassment incident dates back to the year 2023. The complainant, a native of Thiruvananthapuram, has made disturbing allegations against the senior neurosurgeon. She claims that Dr. Kumar took her to a hotel where he sexually assaulted her. Furthermore, the woman alleges that during their period of acquaintance, the doctor took her to various locations across the city under questionable circumstances.
Police Investigation and Response
Following the formal registration of the case, police have launched a comprehensive investigation into the matter. Authorities have already questioned Dr. Sunil Kumar, who is currently on leave from his duties at the medical college hospital. The police probe aims to gather evidence and verify the claims made by both parties involved in this sensitive case.
Accused Doctor's Defense
In response to the allegations, Dr. Sunil Kumar has categorically denied all charges of sexual harassment. The senior neurosurgeon has presented a counter-narrative, claiming that the complainant extracted substantial sums of money from him on multiple occasions. According to Dr. Kumar's version of events, the woman threatened to file a false case against him unless he complied with her financial demands.
The case has drawn significant attention within medical and legal circles in Kerala, highlighting the importance of proper investigation protocols in allegations involving medical professionals. Police officials have assured that the investigation will be conducted thoroughly and impartially, considering all evidence and statements from both the complainant and the accused doctor.
