A woman alleges a Rapido driver molested her during a ride from Church Street; Wilson Garden police have registered an FIR and Rapido says it is investigating. Read what happened and safety tips for riders.
Bengaluru Woman Accuses Rapido Driver of Molestation During Ride
A woman in Bengaluru has filed a complaint after alleging that a Rapido bike driver sexually harassed her during a ride on November 6, prompting police to register an FIR at the Wilson Garden police station and launch an investigation. The complainant says she had booked a ride from Church Street to her accommodation when the driver first tried to grab her legs while the vehicle was in motion. She posted a detailed account on social media after a bystander intervened.
According to the woman, the assault was sudden and she was unable to react or record the incident immediately. She said she warned the driver — “Bhaiya, kya kar rahe ho, mat karo” — but the driver persisted and later behaved threateningly before leaving the scene. Distressed, she reached her destination in tears and later shared the episode online to warn others and seek justice. The viral post attracted immediate attention and support from social-media users.
Wilson Garden police confirmed they received the complaint and registered an FIR; officers are checking CCTV footage, witness accounts and the ride logs to establish the sequence of events and identify the driver. Local reports say Rapido teams have been cooperating with the complainant and the police. The woman also posted an update saying police and Rapido reviewed footage that supported her account, and she thanked those who offered assistance and solidarity.
