Officials recovered more than 350 such videos from his devices, while over 100 clips were reportedly shared on social media.

According to investigators, Ayan is suspected of targeting nearly 180 girls and creating hundreds of obscene videos. However, police have so far identified and contacted only eight confirmed victims, while efforts are ongoing to trace others. Reports also suggest that the accused had earlier been associated with All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen.

Who is Ayan Ahmed Tanveer?

Ayan Ahmed Tanveer, a resident of Amravati, allegedly used social interactions to trap minor girls. He is accused of building relationships with them, gaining their trust, and then exploiting them. Investigators believe he recorded videos without consent and later used those clips to threaten and blackmail victims by making them viral.

Officials said he befriended multiple girls, lured them into relationships, and then used the recorded content for intimidation. Then he posted them on social media after recording objectionable content without their knowledge & consent & later he blackmailed them.

Amravati Sex Abuse Scandal; Police Seized Digital Evidence of Ayan Ahmed Tanveer

Police have seized Ayan's mobile phone and other devices, from which several objectionable videos have been recovered. Forensic experts are now working to retrieve deleted data and uncover more evidence. Authorities are also trying to identify all victims seen in the videos and determine the total number of clips created beyond those already circulated online.

To support victims, police have set up special communication channels handled by female officers. They have assured complete confidentiality and warned that revealing the identity of victims is a punishable offence.

Role of Second Accused Uzer Khan in Amravati Sex Abuse Scandal

Police have also arrested a second accused, Uzer Khan. He is believed to have played a key role in spreading the content by downloading videos from Ayan's phone and sharing them widely on social media.

What is the Legal Action Taken in Amravati Sex Abuse Scandal Against Both Accused?

Both accused have been booked under Section 294 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, along with relevant provisions of the POCSO Act and the Information Technology Act, 2000. The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue efforts to identify more victims and gather further evidence in the case.

The civic body took immediate action without loosing a moment on Wednesday, Reportedly it demolished the parts of the accused's residence just after issueing a prior notice. The police escalated operations against as officials describe this case a major exploitation case involving multiple minors.