In a swift response to online harassment, a man from Bihar has been apprehended by the police for allegedly targeting a popular Bengali actress with abusive content on the internet. The arrest comes in the wake of heightened tensions in Kolkata following the recent Lionel Messi event chaos.
Arrest Made from Ara, Bihar
The accused individual has been identified as Bittu Srivastava. While he originally hails from Titagarh, an area located near Kolkata, he was currently residing in Bihar. Law enforcement officials successfully tracked him down and placed him under arrest on Saturday from Ara.
Complaint Filed by Actor-Turned-Politician Husband
The legal action was initiated based on a formal complaint lodged by Raj Chakraborty. Chakraborty, a well-known film director and actor who is now a Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), is married to the actress in question, Srabanti Chatterjee. The complaint detailed the online abuse directed at his wife.
The incident of cyberbullying is reported to have occurred after the widespread mayhem that engulfed parts of Kolkata during football superstar Lionel Messi's visit to the city. The timing suggests a potential link to the volatile online atmosphere that followed the real-world unrest.
Linking Online Crime to Physical Unrest
This case highlights a growing trend where moments of public frenzy or disorder, such as the Messi-related mayhem in Kolkata, often spill over into the digital realm, leading to targeted harassment and abuse. The police action demonstrates a commitment to addressing cybercrimes that exploit such situations.
Authorities have not disclosed the specific platform used for the abuse or the exact nature of the content. However, the arrest sends a clear message about the serious consequences of using online anonymity to attack individuals. The case is now under further investigation as police examine the details of the accusations against Srivastava.
