I Founded a $10-Billion Company & I’m on the Run from Police, Says Prasanna Amid Dispute with Wife
In a shocking turn of events, Rippling Co-Founder Prasanna Sankar has alleged that he is being harassed by Chennai Police officers, claiming that he is “on the run” from them. This comes amidst a heated custody battle with his estranged wife. In a series of tweets, Prasanna urged Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin to intervene, stating that the police behavior is “brutal” and “intimidating”.
According to Prasanna’s tweets, the police harassment began when his friend, who was also a witness in the custody battle, was stopped and questioned by the officers. Prasanna claimed that the police were trying to intimidate his friend into retracting his statement in support of Prasanna’s case. “I’m the founder of a $10-billion company… I’m also on the run from these brutal cops,” Prasanna tweeted, urging Stalin to take action.
The controversy surrounding Prasanna’s personal life has been making headlines for weeks. He and his estranged wife are engaged in a bitter custody battle over their children, with both parties making serious allegations against each other. Prasanna has accused his wife of being “unstable” and “unfit” to care for their children, while his wife has countered by saying that Prasanna is “abandoning” their family.
The latest development in the case has raised concerns about the potential impact on Prasanna’s business and personal life. As the co-founder of Rippling, a fintech company valued at over $10 billion, Prasanna’s reputation and credibility are crucial to the company’s success. If the allegations of police harassment are true, it could raise questions about Prasanna’s ability to manage his business effectively.
The dispute has also sparked a wider discussion about the role of police in high-profile cases, particularly those involving wealthy and influential individuals. Critics have accused the police of being too close to wealthy and powerful individuals, and of using their position to intimidate and harass those who dare to cross them.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the Chennai Police denied Prasanna’s allegations, saying that the officer involved in the case was simply doing his job and that there was no evidence of harassment or intimidation. “The police officer was simply investigating a matter and was not involved in any harassment or intimidation,” the spokesperson said.
Despite the police denial, Prasanna remains convinced that he is being targeted by the authorities. “I have done nothing wrong, and yet I am being harassed and intimidated by the police,” he tweeted. “I urge Udhayanidhi Stalin to take action and ensure that justice is served.”
The controversy has also sparked a wider debate about the need for greater transparency and accountability in the police force. Many have called for an independent investigation into the allegations, and for greater protections for witnesses and victims of police harassment.
As the case continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Prasanna’s business and personal life will be affected. Will the allegations of police harassment have a lasting impact on his reputation and credibility? Only time will tell.
