YouTuber VJ Machan detained for alleged sexual abuse of minor in Kochi

The Kochi police arrested popular YouTuber Govind Vijay, also known as ‘VJ Machan’, from his residence following a complaint about his alleged involvement in the sexual exploitation of a 16-year-old girl. The accused, a social media influencer with 250,000 followers on YouTube and Instagram, was taken into custody by the Kalamassery police in connection with the case.

The arrest came after a 16-year-old girl from Kochi filed a complaint of sexual misconduct against VJ Machan. According to the complaint, the girl met VJ Machan through social media, which led to the alleged sexual abuse. The Kalamassery police took swift action and took him into custody from his residence in Kochi early in the morning.

As part of their investigation, the police have seized VJ Machan’s mobile phone and are examining evidence to substantiate the girl’s claims. The accused, who hails from Mannar in Alappuzha, will be further investigated to ascertain the extent of his involvement in the alleged sexual exploitation.