Bengaluru police are set to send notices to individuals who shared a viral video alleging widespread consumption of a “zombie drug,” cautioning of legal repercussions for spreading unverified information. City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh announced that strict action would be taken against those circulating baseless claims, with over 25 people expected to receive notices initially. The controversy stemmed from a video circulating online purportedly showing a Bengaluru man under the influence of a “zombie drug,” although the Police Commissioner confirmed no evidence of narcotic consumption upon investigation.
Bagalur police have arrested Hemanth, the individual who uploaded the video, who has since issued an apology through another video. The accused had posted the clip suggesting prevalent drug consumption in foreign countries. Commissioner Singh stressed the importance of relying on medical reports and verified facts for comments and conclusions, warning against defamation or character assassination based on assumptions. He also cautioned that legal action would be taken against those sharing misleading content on social media.
Authorities emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards spreading misinformation without evidence, urging responsible social media behavior. The Karnataka Police arrested the man behind the viral video alleging the presence of “zombie drugs” in Bengaluru, with Home Minister G. Parameshwara clarifying the non-existence of such drugs in the city. The accused, Hemanth Kumar, recorded and shared the video showing a man behaving unusually on a public road after consuming alcohol and tablets simultaneously.
The police tracked down the man in the video, who underwent medical tests that revealed no presence of narcotic substances. Hemanth Kumar, an eyewear brand field executive, recorded the video of the man’s unusual behavior on a busy road. The police were able to locate him through the scooter seen in the video, which later sparked concerns about “zombie drugs.”
