The Chennai police have registered a fresh case against ‘Gem Granites’ R. Veeramani under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, police sources said on Monday (September 28, 2026).
The second case was registered based on a complaint lodged by a woman alleging that her daughter, a minor, was sexually abused by the businessman. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has taken up probe in the case.
The police booked Veeramani (85) under the POCSO Act and are likely to formally arrest the granite baron, who is already lodged in the Puzhal prison in connection with a different POCSO Act case.
The police are investigating the statements given by three other women who claimed they were subjected to sexual abuse by the businessman in the past, sources added.
Investigators were also probing a complaint lodged by a woman who alleged her daughter who was abused by Veeramani had ended her life. The incident occurred many years ago. The complaint said though she lodged a complaint with the local police then no action was taken, the sources said.
The Chennai Police said those willing to lodge complaints relating to the above cases or share any information could call or send details via WhatsApp at 9345319676. The identity of the sender would be kept confidential.
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