YouTuber Mr Crafty Pants Arrested for Alleged Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material
In a shocking development, Indian YouTuber Mr Crafty Pants (real name withheld) has been arrested by Mumbai Cyber Crime Police for allegedly possessing explicit images of minors. Known for his family-friendly DIY content, the arrest has stunned his 2M+ subscribers.
Arrest Details: Raid Followed International Tip-Off
Authorities acted on a tip from a global child protection agency, raiding the creator’s home and seizing electronic devices. Forensic checks reportedly found illegal content involving children.
Senior Inspector Rajesh Kumar stated: “Crimes against children are our top priority. No public figure is exempt from legal action.”
Who Was Mr Crafty Pants?
The channel, famed for arts/crafts tutorials for families, now faces swift backlash:
– YouTube demonetized the channel
– Brands severed partnerships
– Fans expressed horror on social media
Legal Ramifications Under POCSO & IT Act
If convicted of possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM), penalties include:
– Up to 5 years’ imprisonment (first offense)
– Harsher sentences if content was shared/produced
Online Outrage and Child Safety Concerns
Advocates like Priya Menon (ChildSafe India) warn: “This exposes risks of unvetted influencers targeting kids.” Discussions on stricter creator vetting trends nationwide.
Next Steps in the Case
- Accused remains in custody
- Forensic analysis ongoing
- Potential wider network investigation
This case underscores the urgent need for digital accountability, especially for influencers engaging young audiences.
NextMinuteNews will update as authorities release more information.
(Note: Identities are withheld pending official confirmation. We adhere to ethical reporting.)
