Two Arrested for Disabling CCTV Cameras at M Chinnaswamy Stadium Ahead of IPL Match
Two booked for disabling CCTVs at Chinnaswamy
Hindustan Times
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Two men have been arrested for disabling over 240 CCTV cameras at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, before an IPL match on April 24. The disruption created a significant security gap, and preliminary investigations suggest a motive related to pending payments from their employer.
- 01Two individuals disabled over 240 CCTV cameras at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
- 02The incident occurred before a high-profile IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans.
- 03The accused were identified as Manjunath E from Chitradurga district and Abrar from Uttar Pradesh.
- 04Preliminary investigations suggest the motive may be linked to unpaid wages.
- 05The disruption compromised stadium security, affecting surveillance capabilities.
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On April 24, two men were arrested for allegedly disabling more than 240 CCTV cameras at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, prior to an Indian Premier League (IPL) match. The accused, Manjunath E (37) from Chitradurga district and Abrar (19) from Uttar Pradesh, were employed by a subcontractor associated with IVS Digital Solutions, which manages the stadium's digital infrastructure. Investigators reported significant damage to critical systems, including Network Video Recorders and fibre-optic connections, leading to a temporary surveillance gap across various areas of the stadium. The disruption was identified during a routine inspection, and a complaint was filed by Staqu Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a Gurugram-based firm responsible for AI-driven monitoring during matches. The police suspect that the motive behind the incident may involve personal grievances related to unpaid wages, as both individuals had reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with their employer. The deputy commissioner of police confirmed that the situation was resolved within an hour, but the incident raised serious concerns about stadium security.
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The disabling of CCTV cameras compromised the security of M Chinnaswamy Stadium during a major IPL match, potentially endangering the safety of attendees and staff.
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