A disturbing incident in Bengaluru’s Jayanagar has triggered public outrage after a video emerged showing a Rapido bike taxi driver assaulting a woman passenger. The incident took place on Friday, June 13, 2025, when Shreya, a jewellery store employee, booked a Rapido ride from BTM Layout to Jayanagar 3rd Block around 10 a.m. According to her complaint, Shreya confronted the rider, Suhas, for rash driving and alleged traffic violations, including jumping a signal.
A language barrier worsened the situation—Shreya only spoke English, while Suhas communicated in Kannada. The dispute escalated when Shreya reportedly refused to pay the fare or return the company-issued helmet after ending the ride mid-way. A bystander captured the heated exchange on video. The footage, now viral on social media, shows a tense argument between the two as they attempt to involve passersby—none of whom intervened.
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The altercation turned violent when Suhas slapped Shreya, causing her to fall. The public’s failure to step in has drawn significant criticism online. Initially reluctant to file a complaint, Shreya eventually approached the police after encouragement from friends and the viral spread of the video. An FIR has been registered against Suhas under sections related to assault and outraging a woman’s modesty. He has been taken into custody for questioning and is expected to be released pending further inquiry, police sources said.
