Puttur Police Arrest Accused Sri Krishna J Rao in Rape and Deception Case

Puttur, July 5, 2025: In Dakshina Kannada, women police have arrested Sri Krishna J. Rao, 21, who’d been on the run in a case where he’s accused of deceiving and impregnating a college student under the promise of marriage. Officers tracked him down on the night of July 4 in T. Narasipura, Mysuru, and brought him back to the Puttur police station, according to the official statement.

Accused Tracked Down in Mysuru

On June 24, the Dakshina Kannada Women’s Police Station registered Crime No. 49/2025, charging Rao under sections 64(1) and 69 of the BNS 2023 for rape and cheating. After the complaint was filed, Rao went into hiding, leading police to launch a month-long search. Authorities eventually located him in T. Narasipura, Mysuru, and took him into custody. Police are now questioning the accused, and further legal proceedings are expected, according to officials.

Medical Examination Conducted

After his arrest, Rao was brought to Puttur Government Hospital for a medical examination, sources confirmed. The case has drawn significant attention due to the serious nature of the allegations and the accused’s reported connection to a local BJP leader, sparking discussions on social media platforms. The investigation is ongoing, with the police committed to ensuring justice in the sensitive case.

Month-Long Search Ends in Arrest

On June 24, authorities registered a case—Crime No. 49/2025—at the Dakshina Kannada Women’s Police Station, charging Rao under sections 64(1) and 69 of BNS 2023 for rape and cheating. Police say Rao, a college student who once attended high school with the victim, allegedly promised marriage before forcing himself on her at his home on October 11, 2024. The incident reportedly resulted in the victim’s pregnancy. After refusing to marry her, Rao disappeared, sparking a police search that drew significant public attention. Officials eventually tracked him to Mysuru and confirmed his arrest after weeks of mounting pressure and scrutiny. 
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