Malayalam rapper Vedan booked for rape in Kochi
Young woman doctor files complaint alleging sexual assault under pretext of marriage; there have been similar allegations against Vedan in the past
Police have registered a rape case against Malayalam rapper Vedan based on a complaint filed by a young doctor. The Thrikkakara (Kochi) police registered the case following the complaint, which alleges that Vedan sexually assaulted her under the pretext of marriage.
The complainant stated that Vedan took her to various locations and assaulted her between August 2021 and March 2023.
‘Mentally devastated’
According to the complaint, the assault took place after he promised to marry her. After repeatedly abusing her, Vedan later withdrew from the promise of marriage.
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The woman stated in her complaint that his withdrawal left her mentally devastated and caused her to fall into depression. She added that she refrained from filing a complaint earlier due to fear of public reaction.
Instagram friendship
The friendship reportedly began through Instagram. As their relationship grew closer, Vedan visited her flat in Kozhikode, where the first assault occurred. Subsequent assaults allegedly took place in both Kozhikode and Kochi.
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By 2023, Vedan had started distancing himself from her, the woman stated. There have been earlier allegations and complaints of similar misconduct against Vedan.