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Time of India
28-07-2025
- Time of India
'We tried getting help. No one cared': Bengaluru women share shocking video of being stalked by 'creepy men'
Three women in Bengaluru posted a video on Instagram after they were followed and chased by unidentified men near JP Nagar. The incident, which happened after a morning visit to Rameshwaram Cafe, left them visibly shaken. The video has gone viral, sparking public concern over the state of women's safety in Indian cities. Social media users have urged the women to file a police complaint, while others have shared similar experiences, highlighting how common such harassment has become. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 'Scared and traumatised': Women say incident wasn't just a close call Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Social media erupts with concern and advice Similar incidents shared by other women Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads No police complaint yet, but public pressure mounts Three women in Bengaluru have gone public with a chilling experience that unfolded in broad daylight. In a now-viral Instagram video, they alleged being stalked and followed by a group of unknown men after leaving Rameshwaram Cafe in JP Nagar. The video was posted by Instagram user @suha_hana88 with the caption "3 creepy men, 3 traumatised girls."One of the women, recording as events unfolded, says in the clip, "They are following us now. Early in the morning, we went to Rameshwaram Cafe. While walking in JP Nagar, we noticed a few men trailing us. They followed us on foot, then stopped their car in front of us just as our Rapido arrived. As soon as we got on, they started chasing us again. We tried speaking to an auto driver nearby, but he ignored us completely. We finally managed to lose them in traffic."The camera turns at points to show the car allegedly tailing them, and their voices tremble with the video, the women repeat how frightened they are. One of them says the incident has left them "scared and traumatised." Towards the end of the video, she adds, "We've reached home safely and now we're going to sleep, because this has been deeply traumatic for us."Another woman in the video says, "We realised there were people who were with us at Rameshwaram, and now they are following us." As they speak, they point to a silver car in the background. "They stopped their car right in front of us. The moment we got into the auto, they started chasing us in the same car," one of them group's attempt to get help from a nearby auto driver was unsuccessful. They say he simply ignored them and drove away, even after they tried to explain the video struck a nerve online. While many expressed outrage, others offered practical tips. Some users shared similar stories of being followed in public spaces, reflecting just how common such encounters are user commented, "This is so true... it gives chills when they start following."Another wrote, "Girls in such situations when its day time try to stay in a populated area, take a circular path to see if they are still following. And don't go straight to ur home. You would not want them to know where u live. If you see them still following the go straight to the police station. You may or may not inform the nearest police but in most of the cases you stopping at the police station will get rid of them. I am glad that all of you are safe now. Take care and be alert."A third user added bluntly, "Girl, please don't hesitate to disclose their vehicle registration number."The comment section didn't just stop at outrage. Some users opened up about their own unsettling woman wrote, "Apparently he was following me for a very long time, I didn't realise it. A couple of them reached out while I was walking back home with a colleague. They cornered us, luckily the PCR van was patrolling and took charge."Another user pointed out, "Women will literally share their experience about being harassed and stalked and some men will still find a way to blame them as a victim."Although the women haven't confirmed whether a formal police complaint has been lodged, the calls to do so are growing louder. Many users stressed that documenting these encounters is essential. It not only holds potential offenders accountable but may also encourage others to speak far, there's been no official police statement or report linked to the incident. But the video has already served a purpose. It has lit a fresh fire under the ongoing debate about how public spaces in Indian cities treat women — not just through the actions of stalkers, but also through the silence of isn't an isolated event. Public harassment and stalking remain painfully common across Indian cities, and the responses from authorities and the public are often inconsistent. What's more disturbing is the passive role many bystanders play in such moments. In this case, the auto driver's refusal to engage was not just unhelpful — it highlighted a deep-rooted women's decision to document and share the incident was courageous. It made something personal into something public. It forced a whether that conversation will lead to action is a question still waiting to be answered.
Mint
28-07-2025
- Mint
'They kept following us': Bengaluru women share chilling video of being chased by 3 men, say Auto driver didn't help
A chilling video shared on Instagram by three women in Bengaluru has reignited concerns about women's safety in public spaces. The clip shows the trio alleging they were followed and chased by three unidentified men near the popular Rameshwaram Cafe in JP Nagar. The video, now viral, was posted by Instagram user @suha_hana88 with the caption: '3 creepy men, 3 traumatised girls.' In the footage, one of the women narrates their frightening experience as the camera captures the road behind them. 'They are following us now. Early in the morning, we went to Rameshwaram Cafe. While walking in JP Nagar, we noticed a few men trailing us. They followed us on foot, then stopped their car in front of us just as our Rapido arrived. As soon as we got on, they started chasing us again. We tried speaking to an auto driver nearby, but he ignored us completely. We finally managed to lose them in traffic,' she says in the video. The visibly shaken women say the incident left them 'scared and traumatised,' and are urging others to stay vigilant. The post has triggered a wave of concern online, with many users urging the women to file a police complaint. Several comments also pointed to the lack of active bystander intervention, highlighting the indifference of the auto driver who allegedly refused to help. A user wrote, "This is so true... it gives chills when they start following. Another user commented, 'Girls in such situations when its day time try to stay in a populated area, take a circular path to see if they are still following. And dont got straight to ur home. You would not want them to know where u live. If you see them still following the go straight to the police station. You may or may not inform the nearest police but in most of the cases you stopping at the police station will get rid of them. I am glad that all of you are safe now. Take care and be alert.' 'Girl, please don't hesitate to disclose their vehicle registration number,' the third asked. This incident has once again brought into focus the urgent need for safer streets, faster emergency response, and more awareness around helping women in distress.
