Key Facts
Kalamassery police have initiated a preliminary investigation into a complaint against YouTuber Mohammed Nihad, popularly known as 'Thoppi', and his former associates. The complaint, filed by lawyer Sreejith Perumana with the State Police Chief, includes serious allegations such as sexual abuse of minors, drug use, and obscenity.
Details of the Investigation
The Kalamassery police recorded the statement of the complainant as part of the first-level probe. Sources said they are examining videos streamed by Thoppi and his team to verify the allegations. The Kochi City cyber police had earlier conducted a similar exercise and forwarded the complaint to Kalamassery, as Thoppi and his team had stayed in a rented facility under the Kalamassery police station limits for a few months between 2024 and 2025.
An officer stated, "The complaint was forwarded to us as Thoppi and his team had stayed in a rented facility under the Kalamassery police station limits for a few months between 2024 and 2025. However, we are yet to verify if the alleged offences took place during that period. It is suspected that the livestreaming featuring the alleged offensive contents was done from a residence within the Ernakulam Rural police limits."
A decision on registering a case will depend on the verification outcome. The complaint was originally forwarded to the Kochi City cyber police by the State cyber operations wing.
Background of Thoppi
Hailing from Mangad in Kannur, Thoppi has amassed a huge fan following, mostly teenagers, on streaming platforms. He gained notoriety for his unpremeditated retorts and use of indecent language.
- June 2023: Arrested by Valanchery police for allegedly causing a traffic block and using abusive language in public.
- 2024: Booked by Kannapuram police in Kannur for circulating a video with obscene conversations.
- April 2025: Taken into police custody for allegedly threatening a private bus crew at Vadakara in Kozhikode.
Impact and What Readers Should Know
The case highlights the growing concern over content created by social media influencers targeting young audiences. The police are taking a cautious approach, verifying evidence before registering a case. The investigation may also involve the Ernakulam Rural police if the livestreaming location is confirmed.
FAQ
Who is Thoppi?
Thoppi, real name Mohammed Nihad, is a Kerala-based YouTuber known for his crude language and large teenage following. He has been arrested multiple times for offenses including traffic obstruction and threatening behavior.
What are the allegations against Thoppi?
The complaint alleges sexual abuse of minors, drug use, and obscenity. The police are verifying videos streamed by Thoppi and his former associates.
Which police stations are investigating?
The Kalamassery police are conducting the preliminary probe, after the Kochi City cyber police forwarded the complaint. The alleged livestreaming may have occurred in Ernakulam Rural limits.
Has Thoppi been arrested before?
Yes, he was arrested in June 2023 by Valanchery police for traffic block and abusive language, and in April 2025 for threatening a bus crew.
Source: www.thehindu.com