Chikkaballapur police have secured four days of custody of two accused in an alleged terror conspiracy case involving discussions on a Telegram group
Two accused in an alleged Chikkaballapur terror conspiracy case have been remanded to four days of police custody as investigators examine Telegram discussions and possible links.
Chikkaballapur: The Chikkaballapur police have secured four-day custody of two accused arrested in connection with an alleged conspiracy to carry out terrorist and disruptive activities in the country.
The accused, identified in reports as Shabbir and Salameen, were produced before the Chikkaballapur District Principal Civil and CJM Court. Police had sought five days of custody for further investigation, while the court granted four days.
The development follows the arrest of two men over alleged terror-related discussions and plans communicated through a Telegram group. Police have been examining digital conversations and the wider network linked to the case.
Chikkaballapur Police To Question Accused For Four Days
Following the court order, investigators will question the two accused during their four-day police custody.
The investigation will examine the conversations allegedly held in the Telegram group, the identities and roles of other members, and whether there were any wider connections behind the alleged conspiracy.
Police are also examining digital evidence recovered during the investigation to establish the nature of the discussions and the extent of the alleged network.
Alleged Plot To Target Influential Leaders
Investigators are reportedly examining allegations that discussions in the Telegram group included plans to target influential political leaders.
However, the reported names and details of the alleged targets have not been independently established by police in all reports. Authorities are expected to verify the claims through digital evidence and questioning of the accused.
Reports have also said that the group allegedly discussed raising funds for terrorist activities. Police are investigating whether such discussions translated into any actual preparation or planned action.
Chikkaballapur Police Probe Telegram Group And Wider Connections
The investigation will focus on identifying other members of the alleged Telegram network and determining how they came into contact with the accused.
Police are also expected to examine whether there was any preparation for carrying out an attack, whether funds were arranged and whether any physical resources were procured.
Officials have not reported that any terrorist attack was carried out by the accused. The investigation is continuing to establish the nature and extent of the alleged conspiracy.
