A Chennai court Today (June 2) sentenced biryani seller Gnanasekaran to life in prison for sexually assaulting a 19-year-old student at Anna University. The judge refused any leniency, stating he must stay in jail for at least 30 years.
Madras: The Madras High Court has directed the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to stop harassing journalists while probing the leak of a sexual harassment victim’s identity in the Anna University case. The Court made it clear that while journalists should not be troubled, they must also cooperate with the investigation.
The Madras High Court criticized Chennai Police for leaking the identity of a sexual assault victim from Anna University, questioning their accountability and handling of the case. The Court stressed the need for redaction of victim details in FIRs, emphasizing that lapses could deter future victims from seeking help.