Hassan (Karnataka): The Karnataka political landscape is rocked by scandal as Sooraj Revanna, brother of prominent politician Prajwal Revanna, faces serious allegations. Hassan police have apprehended Sooraj, a Janata Dal (Secular) Legislative Council Member (MLC), following accusations of unnatural sex with a JDS worker.
Incident Details:
- The Allegation: Chetan K.S. (27) filed a complaint with the police, alleging that Sooraj Revanna (37), the eldest son of Holenarasipura MLA HD Revanna, raped her at his farmhouse in Ghannikada, Holenarasipura taluk, on the evening of June 16.
- Legal Action: Based on the complaint, the police swiftly registered an FIR against Sooraj Revanna late Saturday evening. The charges include sections 377 (unnatural sex) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Twists and Turns:
- Extortion Allegations: Adding complexity to the case, a close associate of Sooraj Revanna, Shivkumar, filed a separate case of extortion against the alleged victim. According to Shivkumar, the victim initially demanded Rs 5 crore but later settled for Rs 2 crore.
- Counterclaim: Shivkumar contends that false allegations were made against Sooraj Revanna to extort money. He claims that the accused threatened to file a case of sexual abuse against Sooraj if the demanded sum was not paid.
As investigations unfold, the scandal continues to captivate the public, casting a shadow over the political landscape in Karnataka.
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