Bengaluru Police Apprehend Fruit Vendor Following Viral Harassment Recording
Ramamurthy Nagar police arrested a 42-year-old man for targeting a woman waiting for a commute. The victim's quick thinking in filming the encounter led to a swift identification and arrest.
Action Taken After Public Harassment Incident
Law enforcement authorities in Bengaluru have detained Vijay Raghav, a 42-year-old fruit vendor residing in NRI Layout, following reports of sexual harassment. The incident occurred while a woman was standing by the roadside awaiting a cab. According to investigators, Raghav approached the victim on a scooter and directed obscene remarks toward her.
Evidence Leads to Swift Arrest
The victim maintained her composure and utilized her mobile phone to document the encounter as it unfolded. Upon seeing that his face and scooter registration details were being recorded, the suspect fled the scene. The woman subsequently published the footage on social media to highlight security issues for women in the city.
- Suspect: Vijay Raghav, 42
- Location: NRI Layout / Ramamurthy Nagar jurisdiction
- Key Evidence: Mobile video showing face and vehicle plate
Official Response and Investigation
After the video circulated on Instagram and tagged official law enforcement accounts, the Ramamurthy Nagar police initiated an FIR. Officers leveraged the captured vehicle data to track Raghav to his residence. Under questioning, the accused remains in custody while the department continues its formal investigation into the case, which was officially reported on July 28, 2026.
Source: The Hindu — Cities
