Rape-Convict Ex-MP Prajwal Revanna’s Phone Found With Dozens Of Porn Videos During Jail Raid
· India · NDTV, Hindustan Times
A surprise raid by Crime Branch officials on August 11 uncovered a mobile phone in the possession of rape-convict ex-MP Prajwal Revanna while he was incarcerated. Forensic analysis of the device revealed dozens of pornographic videos, though the exact nature of their discovery or the broader context of their presence remains unspecified. Revanna, serving a sentence for rape, was arrested in 2021 after a woman accused him of sexual assault. The phone was seized as part of routine checks, but no immediate details have been shared on whether this discovery will impact his ongoing legal proceedings. Karnataka’s Crime Branch has not disclosed if this is part of a broader investigation or a standalone finding.
Why it matters
The revelation raises serious questions about Revanna’s conduct in jail and could influence public perception of his rehabilitation or compliance with prison rules. It also underscores the challenges of monitoring inmates’ digital activities, particularly those with prior criminal records. The case highlights broader concerns about accountability and surveillance in Indian prisons.
Read the original report — NDTV
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