Woman Alleges Sexual Harassment and Blackmail by Fitness Center Owner A woman has alleged that the owner of a fitness center, M. Ismail, subjected her to sexual harassment, blackmail, and forced her into a sexual assault. The incident, which she described as a systematic pattern of abuse, has sparked calls for strict legal action against Ismail, who is accused of exploiting his position to target multiple women. The survivor detailed how Ismail, posing as a trainer, manipulated his role to gain access to private moments, took compromising photos, and used them to extort and sexually assault her. The woman recounted that she had been visiting the "Power Fitness" center for over a year, initially unaware of Ismail’s true identity. She described how he created a false sense of security by presenting himself as a trainer and even sharing images of Hindu deities in the gym to appear harmless. However, she revealed that Ismail secretly took nude photographs of her during private sessions in a changing room. When she confronted him about the photos, he threatened her, claiming the images were his property and warning her not to speak out. The abuse escalated when Ismail allegedly lured her to the gym late at night, forcing her into a sexual assault while recording the act on video. He then used the footage to blackmail her, threatening to expose the incident unless she complied with his demands. The survivor described how Ismail continued to harass her by sharing the photos on social media, damaging her reputation and causing severe emotional distress. She claimed that Ismail’s actions were not isolated, as he had targeted at least 15 other women in a similar manner, using the same tactics of manipulation and coercion. The survivor also highlighted how Ismail exploited his position to create a culture of fear within the gym.#power_fitness #mismail #shreedhar #psagar #sri_rama_sena
Davanagere Gym Trainer Accused of Sexual Harassment and Blackmailing Over 15 Women A fitness trainer in Davanagere, Ismail, has been accused of sexually harassing and blackmailing more than 15 women at his gym, Power Fitness. The allegations emerged after a survivor came forward with detailed accounts of the abuse, sparking public outrage and prompting police action. The case highlights the prevalence of such crimes in gyms and the challenges survivors face in coming forward. The survivor, who initially identified the trainer as "Akanksha," revealed that Ismail operated under the guise of a Hindu gym, luring women with promises of fitness guidance. However, he secretly installed hidden cameras in the dressing room to record private moments, using the footage for blackmail. The survivor described how Ismail demanded money, threatened to leak videos online, and even harassed the victim’s husband. “He said, ‘If you don’t pay, I’ll post the video on social media,’ and he called my husband multiple times to intimidate us,” the survivor stated. Ismail allegedly targeted Hindu women, using fake names like Akash, Kiran, and Akanksha to build trust. Over four months, he exploited his position to coerce women into financial transactions, reportedly siphoning lakhs of rupees. The survivor noted that many victims feared reporting the abuse due to social stigma and the threat of public exposure. “No woman dared to come forward after he threatened to share the videos,” she said. The case gained traction after the survivor held a press conference, exposing the extent of Ismail’s crimes. Police confirmed that over 15 women had been victims, with some cases involving long-term harassment. Ismail’s mother initially defended him, accusing the survivor of fabricating claims, but the police investigation uncovered evidence of his misconduct.#police #survivor #davanagere #ismail #power_fitness
