Bengaluru Man Arrested for Raping, Extorting Airport Employee on Pretext of Marriage

• Kriplani M, 51, arrested for prolonged sexual abuse, harassment, assault, and extortion of a 42-year-old central government employee.
• Accused allegedly promised marriage, then repeatedly raped and assaulted the victim between 2019 and 2023, forcing her to relocate.
• He blackmailed the survivor with private videos, demanding Rs 18 lakh, and seized her personal documents.
• Kriplani M has a history of filing false complaints and intimidating victims by claiming connections with senior officials.
• Accused created trouble during medical examination, assaulting officers and snatching a mobile phone; faces additional charges.

Key Question Answered

How can victims protect themselves from such crimes?

Victims can protect themselves by staying aware of their surroundings, preferring crowded routes, and seeking safe havens like shops if they feel followed.