Badminton Coach Arrested for Alleged Abuse of Minor in Bengaluru
In a shocking incident, a 30-year-old badminton coach in south Bengaluru was arrested on Thursday after being accused of inappropriate behavior involving a 16-year-old girl over a period of time. The situation came to light when the girl, who had been training at a local sports centre for two years, sent a photo from her grandmother’s phone that raised concerns.
According to the police, the 16-year-old girl had been training at the sports centre for two years and had grown close to the coach, who had been her instructor. However, over the past few months, the girl had started to feel uncomfortable with the coach’s behavior, which she described as “inappropriate” and “unprofessional”.
The girl’s concerns came to a head when she sent a photo from her grandmother’s phone that showed the coach in a compromising position with her. The photo was sent to her friends and family, who immediately reported it to the authorities.
The police were notified and launched an investigation, during which the coach was questioned and subsequently arrested. The coach has been charged with sexual abuse and is currently being held in custody.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the badminton community in Bengaluru, with many players and coaches expressing outrage and disbelief at the coach’s behavior.
“This is a terrible incident and it’s unacceptable that someone in a position of authority would behave in such a way,” said a local badminton player. “We are all shocked and saddened by this news and we hope that the authorities will take appropriate action.”
The police are continuing to investigate the incident and are gathering evidence to build a strong case against the coach. The girl’s family has also filed a complaint against the coach and is seeking justice.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of young athletes, particularly those in vulnerable positions. It also highlights the need for coaches and instructors to be held accountable for their actions and to respect the boundaries and privacy of their students.
In a statement, the sports centre where the girl had been training said that they were “shocked and saddened” by the incident and that they would be conducting an internal investigation to determine how the coach’s behavior was allowed to continue for so long.
“We take the safety and well-being of our students very seriously and we will do everything in our power to ensure that this kind of incident does not happen again,” said a centre spokesperson.
The incident is a stark reminder of the importance of reporting any incidents of abuse or harassment to the authorities and of the need for young athletes to feel safe and supported in their training environments.
As the investigation continues, the badminton community in Bengaluru is rallying around the girl and her family, offering support and solidarity. The incident serves as a wake-up call for all coaches and instructors to be aware of their behavior and to respect the boundaries and privacy of their students.
