Kochi: Entrepreneur Boby Chemmanur, who was detained on the basis of a young actress’ complaint of sexual harassment, was arrested after sustained questioning on Wednesday, media reports said.
The police recorded the actress’ confidential statement before the Ernakulam First Class Judicial Magistrate for over two hours, the reports said.
She also submitted digital evidence, including comments and references made in public forums and digital platforms.
She lodged complaints against around 20 YouTube channels that allegedly used her name and photos in thumbnails to promote defamatory content related to the remarks.
Boby faces charges under IPC Section 75 (offenses related to sexual harassment) and Section 67 of the IT Act, which deals with obscene material in electronic form. Further charges may be added depending on the investigation’s findings.
Boby arrested
