Sreenath Bhasi in more trouble as police take his samples for drug tests

A day after Sreenath Bhasi was arrested and released on bail for allegedly abusing a woman anchor during an interview, the police probe team, on Tuesday, decided to delve deeper into the case. As part of the investigation, the samples of his nails, hair, and blood will be sent for more laboratory tests to ascertain if he takes drugs.

Sreenath Bhasi lost his cool when probing questions were posed at him during the promotion of his latest film, Chattambi. Sensing trouble, he later apologised for his rude behaviour and said his reaction was just like anyone else's when insulted.

Following a complaint filed by the woman anchor, the Maradu police registered a case and asked Sreenath Bhasi to be appear before them. After an hour's questioning, the police registered his arrest. The actor was charged under IPC Sections 354 A (sexual harassment), 294 B (uttering obscene words, in or near any public place) and 509 (word, gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman). He was later released on bail.