Mumbai Police have registered a case against a 27-year-old man from Dongri for allegedly sexually exploiting a 28-year-old woman doctor, coercing her into an abortion, and threatening to circulate private photos.
Met Through Dating App
According to police, the woman, who works at a hospital in Andheri, met the accused on a dating app in 2023. They engaged in consensual sex, during which the accused secretly took intimate photos of her.
In February 2024, the accused allegedly forced her to undergo an abortion, without her consent.
Betrayal and Threats
The woman later discovered that the man had become engaged to another person and began avoiding her. Realizing she had been misled under the pretext of marriage, she filed a complaint at the MIDC Police Station, leading to an FIR being registered on Thursday.
Charges Under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
The accused has been booked under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for:
- Forcing abortion without consent
- Criminal intimidation
- Violation of privacy
- Cheating and other offences
“No arrests have been made yet. Further investigation is underway,” a police official confirmed.
Note to Readers
This case highlights the growing risks of digital and emotional exploitation through online platforms. Authorities urge users to remain cautious and report abuse or coercion immediately.