Seven men accused in the Hanagal gang rape case in Karnataka were welcomed with cheers after being granted bail, sparking public outrage. The incident took place in Haveri district. On Wednesday night, the accused paraded through Akki Alur town in five cars, flashing victory signs. At least 20 supporters joined them.
Rape accused celebrate bail
Videos of the event quickly went viral on social media. Many questioned how the accused could be celebrated so openly. The court granted bail after the survivor failed to identify them during the hearings. The gang rape happened on January 8, 2024, near Hanagal town. The survivor was brutally assaulted.
Nineteen men were arrested. Over time, 12 were granted bail. These seven had been denied until this week. The welcome parade has triggered anger and calls for justice, with many demanding stronger action to protect survivors and hold the accused accountable.
Judiciary Mocked
In a Gut-wrenching Display, Gang-rape accused in #Karnataka‘s Haveri strutted out on bail, Welcomed with Cars, Music, and Victory Signs.
This isn’t just a celebration—it’s a Brazen Insult to Justice, a Sick Joke that Spits in the Face of Victims.
Wake Up,… pic.twitter.com/L5iCXzsNXQ
— তন্ময় l T͞anmoy l (@tanmoyofc) May 23, 2025