Lured with film role, blackmailed with intimate videos; Bombay HC denies bail to rape accused

The Bombay High Court denied anticipatory bail to Abhijit Arun Gade, accused of sexually exploiting a woman by promising a film role and then circulating her private photos. The court found his claims of consent and deletion of content unpersuasive, noting his ill-intention to misuse the victim's trust. Custodial interrogation is deemed essential for evidence collection in this serious case.

Lured with film role, blackmailed with intimate videos; Bombay HC denies bail to rape accused
The Bombay High Court denied anticipatory bail to Abhijit Arun Gade, accused of sexually exploiting a woman by promising a film role and then circulating her private photos. The court found his claims of consent and deletion of content unpersuasive, noting his ill-intention to misuse the victim's trust. Custodial interrogation is deemed essential for evidence collection in this serious case.