According to police, Vijay Babu had gone abroad on the pretext of being arrested. In addition to the torture complaint, a case has been registered for revealing the name of the victim. The actress lodged a complaint on April 22 at the Ernakulam South police station. On the 24th Vijay Babu went abroad. Vijay Babu then revealed the name of the victim and went live on Facebook. Disclosing the name of the victim is an offense punishable by up to two years in prison and a fine.
If the anticipatory bail application is filed, it may be considered today. The investigation team examined the scientific evidence collected in connection with the case. The Ernakulam DCP had said yesterday that the findings were validating the victim’s complaint. The police had recorded the confidential statement of the complainant in the case. Vijay Babu has been charged with several offenses including rape, bodily injury and begging.
‘There is prima facie evidence’
City Police Commissioner Ch. Nagaraju informed. Arrest is inevitable. The commissioner said the investigation had found evidence validating the woman’s statement.
Evidence was collected from hotels and flats. The presence of Vijay Babu has been confirmed at the spot. Evidence of trying to influence the victim was also found. Police are preparing to gather more evidence. Action will also be taken against those who threatened the victim.
Meanwhile, the police recorded the statement of the complainant and completed the medical examination. Statements of some witnesses from the film industry were also recorded. Police say the accused should be questioned in custody. If he does not return from abroad, he is being repatriated. Seek the help of other agencies for this.
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