Kerala Police seek five-day custody of Arjun Ayanki
Police begin proceedings to invoke Kerala Anti-Social Activities Prevention Act (KAAPA) against Arjun; they are also investigating his alleged activities while he was absconding
Kerala police are seeking five days of custody for history-sheeter Arjun Ayanki, currently in judicial custody for allegedly making abusive social media remarks against Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala. The Kannur cyber police submitted an application to the Thalassery Chief Judicial Magistrate court on August 10, seeking Arjun's custody for further questioning and evidence gathering.
The mobile phone and other devices seized from Arjun are crucial pieces of evidence in the case. The police will investigate whether the controversial posts were circulated using his phone. Additionally, they have initiated proceedings to invoke the Kerala Anti-Social Activities Prevention Act (KAAPA) against Arjun, examining his criminal history under the supervision of the Valappattanam police inspector.
The report will be forwarded to the District Police Chief and District Collector. The police are also investigating Arjun's activities while he was on the run, suspecting him of posting content mocking the police during that period. According to sources, Arjun claims a friend was responsible for some of the posts, prompting intensified efforts to locate his absconding friend.
After concluding the cyber police custody proceedings, Arjun is expected to face further action in a separate case registered by the Kothamangalam police.
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