Incident at Private Hospital
Bengaluru: A 23-year-old junior technician at a private hospital in Bengaluru was arrested for allegedly secretly recording female staff, including nurses, while they were changing clothes inside the operation theatre (OT). The accused, a West Bengal native, had been working at the hospital for about a year.
Suspicious Behavior Sparks Investigation
The incident came to light when a female staff member noticed the accused acting suspiciously inside the OT. Another staff member reportedly saw him watching videos on his phone and immediately alerted hospital management.
Hospital Files Police Complaint
Following a preliminary verification, hospital director Dr Chetan B H lodged a formal complaint with the police. Authorities seized the accused’s mobile phone, which contained several recorded videos, and a case was registered under relevant sections of the Information Technology Act, reports Deccan Herald.
Method of Recording
Police investigation revealed that the accused allegedly placed his mobile phone in restricted OT areas to record female staff while they were changing clothes and retrieved it when no one was around. He had access to restricted areas meant only for authorised personnel.
Possible Motive Under Probe
Sources told police that the accused was allegedly in love with one of the nurses and may have recorded the videos after she rejected him. Authorities are also investigating whether similar recordings were made in the dressing room.
Seized Evidence Under Examination
Police are examining whether the videos were shared or stored elsewhere. The accused remains in custody as the investigation continues into the extent of the violation and potential involvement of others.
Similar Cases Highlight Workplace Concerns
Medical Dialogues had previously reported a case at Guntur Medical College where a male nurse was arrested for secretly filming female doctors and postgraduate students in changing areas. Authorities warned that such incidents underscore the need for strict monitoring of restricted zones in medical facilities.
Investigation Ongoing
Police continue to investigate the Bengaluru case to ensure full accountability. Hospital authorities have strengthened internal monitoring and are reviewing security protocols to prevent recurrence of such incidents in sensitive areas.
