Sikkim Police Arrests Karnataka Man in Cybercrime Case Targeting Minors
Sikkim Police Arrests Karnataka Man in Cybercrime Case Targeting Minors
Gangtok, June 23 – The Sadar Police Station in Gangtok has arrested a man from Karnataka for his alleged involvement in a serious cybercrime case targeting minors. The accused, identified as Abhishek Shettigar, son of Ganesh Shettigar and a resident of Udupi, Karnataka, was apprehended for creating and operating a fake Instagram account used to circulate morphed and obscene AI-generated content.
The case, registered as FIR No. 51/2025 dated April 4, 2025, was filed under Sections 78/79 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Sections 11 to 15 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, and Sections 66D, 66E, 67, 67A, and 67B of the Information Technology (IT) Act. The fake account was reportedly used to target minor students and teachers of a school in Gangtok.
The arrest followed an extensive digital investigation, including IP address tracing, call detail record (CDR) analysis, and scrutiny of financial transactions. Sikkim Police confirmed that the accused is being brought to Gangtok for further legal proceedings.
In an official statement, Sikkim Police reiterated its commitment to safeguarding children from online exploitation and ensuring digital safety. The case highlights the growing threat of AI-generated obscene content and the need for stringent cybercrime enforcement.
Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious online activities to the police. Further investigations are underway.
