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Kerala Actor Assault Survivor Decries Online Abuse After Convict’s Video as Police File Case

Thrissur Cyber Police have booked Martin Antony over a clip that exposed her identity.

Overview

  • The survivor posted an Instagram note saying "Not a victim, not a survivor, just a simple human being; let me live," condemning renewed victim-blaming.
  • Police said legal action will also target those who shared or circulated the video on social media platforms.
  • Media reports say the clip was recorded while Martin Antony was out on bail and resurfaced after the December 8 sentencing, triggering fresh harassment.
  • Six men were convicted and given 20-year terms in the 2017 abduction and sexual assault case, while actor Dileep was acquitted for lack of evidence.
  • The survivor lodged a cybercrime complaint and submitted multiple links of the circulating video, as a prominent supporter reported receiving a threat.