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Kerala cyber police book YouTuber Thoppi over obscene posts
The Hindu··21 Jun
Kerala's Ernakulam Rural Cyber police registered a case on June 20 against social media personality Mohammed Nihad, known as Thoppi, for allegedly posting obscene visuals online. Police said he posted nude images of former associates after a group fallout. Lawyer Sreejith Perumana filed the complaint that led to the FIR. Officials expect further briefings as reviews continue this week.
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What It Means For You
- Ernakulam Rural Cyber police registered the case after Kochi and Kalamassery units found jurisdiction issues.
- Complainant lawyer Sreejith Perumana may seek POCSO and NDPS sections added through court.
- State police chief had ordered a probe into allegations including sexual abuse of minors and drug use.
What's Happening
- Police booked Mohammed Nihad, known as Thoppi, on June 20 for allegedly posting obscene visuals online.
- The case followed a fallout in which he allegedly posted nude images of former associates.
- The alleged offence occurred from Varappuzha where Thoppi was staying, rural police said.
Online Feuds Enter FIRs
- Kochi city cyber police and Kalamassery police conducted preliminary inquiries but did not register cases earlier.
- Perumana's complaint cited multiple offences after members of Thoppi's group accused each other publicly.
- The FIR currently covers publication of obscene materials through streaming platforms.
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