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Crime
Five arrested after 1,300‑km police chase sparked by viral video in Bihar
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 06:33 AM
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A viral video prompted a 1,300‑kilometre pursuit across states, ending in Bihar where police detained five suspects.
A video that went viral on social media set off a multi‑state police operation, with officers tracking the suspects over a distance of roughly 1,300 kilometres. The chase began after the clip, which showed the alleged offenders in a compromising act, was shared widely and prompted a swift response from law‑enforcement agencies.
Authorities coordinated across state borders, following leads that took them through several districts before reaching Bihar. The pursuit, described by officials as one of the longest in recent memory, concluded when the suspects were located in a village in Bihar and taken into custody.
Police confirmed that five individuals were arrested in connection with the incident. They are being held for further questioning and possible charges related to the content of the video and any associated offenses. No further details about the suspects or the exact location have been released pending investigation.
The case highlights the growing challenge for police in responding to crimes that gain rapid attention through digital platforms, and underscores the need for coordinated action across jurisdictions.
Authorities coordinated across state borders, following leads that took them through several districts before reaching Bihar. The pursuit, described by officials as one of the longest in recent memory, concluded when the suspects were located in a village in Bihar and taken into custody.
Police confirmed that five individuals were arrested in connection with the incident. They are being held for further questioning and possible charges related to the content of the video and any associated offenses. No further details about the suspects or the exact location have been released pending investigation.
The case highlights the growing challenge for police in responding to crimes that gain rapid attention through digital platforms, and underscores the need for coordinated action across jurisdictions.