In a distressing incident, a 45-year-old man named Kiran Patil was apprehended for allegedly resorting to threats of making private pictures and videos of his wife public on social media platforms. The disturbing episode unfolded as part of a marriage dispute, where the accused, Kiran Patil, was reportedly having an extramarital affair and sought a divorce. The accused’s wife, a government school teacher, was aware of the affair and refused to comply with his separation plea, leading to a series of distressing events.
The woman had previously lodged a case against Kiran Patil for domestic violence, citing instances of physical abuse and harassment. Despite the registered complaint, the accused continued to torment his wife, according to a senior police officer.
In her recent complaint, the woman detailed how Kiran Patil resorted to blackmail, threatening to disseminate her private pictures and videos on social media platforms if she did not agree to divorce him. Despite attempts to reason with him, the harassment persisted, prompting the woman to seek legal intervention.
The police registered a First Information Report (FIR) based on the woman’s complaint, invoking relevant sections of the Information Technology Act and the Indian Penal Code. An inquiry was initiated, and on December 27, the accused was summoned for questioning.
During the inquiry, when the police examined Kiran Patil’s mobile phone, they discovered private images and videos of his wife. Fearing legal consequences, the accused attempted to evade arrest by escaping from the police station. In a distressing turn of events, he resorted to consuming a poisonous substance in a suicide attempt.
Upon ingesting a few drops of the poisonous substance, the accused returned to the police station and claimed to have consumed poison. Subsequently, he was promptly admitted to the nearest hospital for medical treatment. Following his discharge on Wednesday, Kiran Patil was placed under judicial custody, officially arrested for his alleged crimes.
The incident highlights the complex dynamics of marriage disputes and the distressing lengths to which some individuals may go in attempting to coerce or intimidate their partners. The charges filed under the Information Technology Act indicate the severity of the accused’s actions in leveraging private media for coercive purposes.
As legal proceedings unfold, the case serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing issues related to domestic violence, harassment, and the misuse of technology within the framework of the law. Authorities are actively pursuing justice for the victim, underscoring the need for stringent measures against those who engage in such reprehensible behavior within intimate relationships.
