The Bajajnagar Police have arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly blackmailing a 20-year-old woman. He demanded Rs 5,000 from her, threatening to share her morphed photos. The incidents occurred between February 25 and June 17, 2024.
According to Police reports the victim met Samarth on Instagram, and their online friendship quickly grew closer. Taking advantage of this trust, Samarth allegedly tricked the victim into giving him 30,000 for various false reasons, which he never paid back.
In June, Samarth demanded an additional 5,000 from the victim. When she was unable to pay, he threatened to share morphed pictures of her unless she complied. Distressed by his threats, the victim The victim lodged a complaint with the Bajajnagar Police. Authorities have registered a case against Samarth under sections 386 (extortion), 354A (sexual harassment), 354D (stalking), and 294 (obscene acts) of the Indian Penal Code. The investigation is currently ongoing.