Why Delhi HC Called a Rape Accused 'Predator of Innocent Girls'
The Delhi High Court denied bail to a man accused of rape under false marriage promises, noting he operated nine fake matrimonial profiles under different aliases to deceive victims. The High Court agreed with prosecution that the accused is prima facie a 'predator of innocent girls'. Scroll below to know more about the case.
The Delhi High Court has declined to grant bail to a man accused of rape under a false promise of marriage, taking note of evidence that he allegedly operated nine distinct profiles on a matrimonial website under varying identities. Justice Girish Kathpalia dismissed the bail application, observing that the systematic use of multiple online profiles prima facie depicts predatory behavior targeting unsuspecting individuals.
Multiple Matrimonial Profiles and Allegations
During the proceedings, the prosecution presented evidence showing that the accused had created nine different profiles on a matrimonial website using separate names, phone numbers, email IDs, age brackets, qualifications, and occupations, reports Bar and Bench. Investigators noted that one of the accounts was even registered under a woman's name. Ajeet Bharti’s Anticipatory Bail Plea Rejected by Delhi High Court in SC/ST Act Case.
A witness from the matrimonial platform testified before the trial court confirming that all distinct profiles were linked directly to the applicant's contact details. The State opposed the bail plea, describing the accused as a "dangerous predator" who used deceptive online personas to exploit multiple victims. The High Court agreed with prosecution that the accused is prima facie a "predator of innocent girls".
Defense Arguments and Court Observations
Counsel for the applicant argued that the complainant was a mature adult and that the trial had already reached its final stages, rendering further incarceration unnecessary. However, the Court highlighted that the volume and nature of the online profiles supported the prosecution's case of calculated deception rather than a simple failed relationship. Urban Company vs Kent RO: Water Purifier Ads Spark Legal Battle in Delhi High Court.
Noting the advanced stage of the trial and the gravity of the allegations, the Bench concluded that it was not a fit case for granting relief.
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