Abishek Porel Arrest Directed by Calcutta High Court

High Court Orders Police Action

The Calcutta High Court has instructed law enforcement to take Abishek Porel into custody in connection with a rape case and to confiscate any electronic devices that could contain sensitive material linked to the complainant. The court also asked officers to keep working to locate the Delhi Capitals cricketer, who remains at large. Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya issued the directive in an order dated July 14, stressing the need to prevent further dissemination of allegedly objectionable data.

Allegations and FIR Details

An FIR was filed last month at Mogra Police Station after the complainant accused Porel of forging a romantic relationship under the promise of marriage, recording intimate moments, and later threatening her. According to the complaint, the pair first met online in 2023 before meeting in person. The woman claims Porel used force to obtain physical relations and then continued to intimidate her through phone calls, an associate’s Instagram account, and another mobile number. The case also includes charges of criminal intimidation and related offences.

Timeline of Investigation

A communication dated 6 July 2026 notes that a pen drive or storage device was seized from the petitioner, suggesting that evidence may be held on that hardware. The same document points out that steps have already been taken to apprehend the accused, but they have not yet been taken into custody. The court’s order directs police to keep searching for the accused—identified as respondent numbers 6 and 7—and to secure any electronic devices in their possession. The goal is to ensure that any harmful data stored on those devices cannot be shared further.

Current Status and Next Steps

The allegations have not been proven in court, and the investigation remains active. Authorities are continuing to build their case while monitoring any new leads that may arise. Porel, a member of the Delhi Capitals franchise, has not yet faced formal charges, and the legal process is still underway. Stakeholders will watch for updates as the inquiry progresses.