Cyber police seize phone used by Arjun Ayanki to post online threats
The recovery assumes significance as Ayanki allegedly told investigators that he himself had posted the controversial messages on social media
Cyber police in Kannur have seized a phone and a laptop in connection with alleged online threats posted by Arjun Ayanki on social media platforms. The phone was recovered from a shoe rack near the apartment where Ayanki was arrested, while the laptop was seized during a search of his residence in Kappakadavu, Azhikode. Ayanki admitted to using Wi-Fi networks at various locations to upload the threatening messages, including ones targeted at police officers and Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala.
Despite earlier finding a phone in his possession during his arrest, the police believe the social media posts were not uploaded from that device. Ayanki is currently in judicial custody at Thalassery sub-jail and has been remanded for three more days for further interrogation. Police are conducting evidence collection at locations in Kannur where Ayanki allegedly stayed while evading arrest.
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