Actor Shiyas Kareem Arrested At Chennai Airport Amid Allegations Of Sexual Harassment And Deceit

Shiyas Kareem Arrested At Chennai Airport On Serious Charges: Shiyas Kareem, a 34-year-old film and reality show star hailing from Ernakulam Perumbavoor, has been apprehended following a complaint from a young woman accusing him of sexual harassment and deceit related to marriage promises.

His arrest took place at the Chennai airport as he had just returned from the Gulf. The Chennai Customs Department detected the situation and subsequently alerted the Chandera Police. Law enforcement authorities are en route to Chennai to officially document Shiyas Kareem's arrest.

Allegations Of Sexual Harassment And Deceit Surround Shiyas Kareem's Arrest

The police had issued a lookout notice for Shiyas Kareem, leading customs to intercept him at Chennai airport.

A case has been registered against Shiyas by Chandera police following a complaint from a gym trainer in Padanna. The complainant alleges theft of money and physical assault, claiming that the 32-year-old divorced woman was subjected to sexual abuse under the pretext of marriage promises from 2021 to March 2023 in Ernakulam and Munnar lodges. She came forward when Shiyas Kareem prepared for another marriage. The complaint details that a total of 11 lakh rupees were taken from her in installments, and assaults occurred in Cheruvathur.

Shiyas Kareem had earlier posted on Facebook, clarifying his location as Dubai, not jail. He stated, "Many people are spreading false news on my behalf. I'm not in jail; I am in Dubai. I came here to purchase quality rice. I will distribute it once I return to the country," with a touch of sarcasm. The video also included comments against media reports on the matter.