Delhi Police Arrests Cyber Stalker for Defaming Woman on Social Media
The cyber cell of Delhi Police has apprehended a man from Pune for harassing and defaming a 38-year-old woman by posting her photos with offensive comments on social media and writing her phone number in public places.
Cyber StalkingDelhi PoliceSocial Media HarassmentMental TraumaPublic DefacementReal Estate PuneJul 16, 2025
According to the victim, the accused was causing her immense distress by uploading her pictures on social media and writing derogatory comments. She also alleged that the accused had extracted her mobile number from her Instagram account and inscribed it in various public places, including the walls of toilets and railway platforms in Pune.
The victim further claimed that the accused was creating multiple Instagram accounts in her name and uploading videos with her mobile number, along with derogatory remarks like 'Call girl service.' This led to her receiving numerous phone calls from unknown numbers, often with nasty requests, causing her significant mental trauma.
Following the complaints, the police team meticulously scanned the call records of the accused's mobile number and IP addresses to track him down. During the raids, Sheikh, who had been harassing the complainant for the past 2-3 years, was apprehended.
During the interrogation, Sheikh admitted to being a resident of Pune and working as an auto-rickshaw driver. He was described as eccentric and possibly mentally unstable. Sheikh told the police that he had a girlfriend who used to work with the husband of the complainant. He claimed that he had asked his girlfriend not to work with the complainant's husband, but when his request was ignored, he acted in revenge to defame the complainant.
When questioned by the police, the girlfriend in question denied having an affair with the accused and stated that he was just a friend. She further explained that she had noticed his obsession and subsequently unfriended him on social media platforms.
The arrest has brought a sense of relief to the victim and her family, who had been dealing with the harassment for an extended period. The police have praised the cyber cell's efforts in tracking down and apprehending the accused, highlighting the importance of proactive measures in combating cybercrime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was arrested by the Delhi Police?
The Delhi Police arrested Yasin Sheikh, a man from Pune, for cyber stalking and defaming a 38-year-old woman.
What did the accused do to harass the woman?
The accused posted the woman's photos with offensive comments on social media, wrote her phone number in public places, and created multiple Instagram accounts in her name with derogatory remarks.
How did the police track down the accused?
The police scanned the call records of the accused's mobile number and IP addresses to track him down and apprehend him during raids.
What was the accused's motive for defaming the woman?
The accused claimed he was retaliating because the woman's husband, who was his girlfriend's boss, did not heed his request to distance himself from his girlfriend.
What was the girlfriend's statement to the police?
The girlfriend denied having an affair with the accused and stated that she had unfriended him on social media after noticing his obsessive behavior.
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