A nurse working at a private hospital in Noida has become the victim of a shocking case of harassment and online defamation, allegedly perpetrated by a male colleague. The incident came to light after the woman decided to return to her husband in Jharkhand, a choice that reportedly triggered the accused's vengeful actions.
From Friendship to Online Harassment
According to the complaint filed at the Phase-3 police station, the victim, a native of Dhanbad in Jharkhand, developed a friendship with the accused while both were employed at the same private hospital. Over time, this platonic relationship evolved into a closer association. During this period, the man allegedly obtained several personal photographs of the nurse.
The situation took a dark turn when the nurse informed her colleague of her decision to leave Noida and return to her marital home in Jharkhand to live with her husband. This news reportedly infuriated the accused, who strongly objected and pressured her to change her mind. When she stood firm on her decision, he resorted to threats.
Threats Turn into Public Defamation
Police officials stated that after the victim refused to comply with his demands, the accused followed through on his threats to damage her reputation. He allegedly uploaded her obscene photographs on various social media platforms. This act caused severe mental distress and public embarrassment to the nurse.
The victim discovered the online defamation when she started receiving calls from acquaintances who had seen the objectionable content. Shocked and disturbed by the public violation of her privacy, she gathered the courage to approach the police and lodge a formal complaint against her former colleague.
Police Investigation and Legal Action
Confirming the incident, the police have registered a case based on the victim's detailed complaint. Necessary legal sections related to obscenity, criminal intimidation, and the misuse of electronic media have been invoked against the accused.
An investigating officer stated that the matter is being thoroughly probed. Current efforts are focused on identifying the specific social media platforms where the photographs were uploaded and working to have the content removed at the earliest. The role of the accused is being verified, and further legal action will be determined by the findings of the ongoing investigation.
This case highlights the growing menace of cyber harassment and the severe emotional toll it takes on victims, especially when private moments are weaponized for public shaming. The Noida police's actions underscore the legal recourse available against such digital crimes.
