Udupi: A team from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrived in Udupi on Tuesday to initiate an investigation into the case involving the unauthorized filming of a video of a student at Netra Jyothi Paramedical College within the college's washroom premises.

Led by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) Anjumala Nayak, the CID team commenced its inquiry by gathering comprehensive information regarding the incident. They consulted Udupi District Superintendent of Police Hakay Akshay Machhindra and the former investigator of the case, Belliyappa, to better understand the situation and the progress of the initial investigation.

The upcoming course of action for the CID investigative unit involves visiting Netra Jyothi Paramedical College. During this visit, they intend to question not only the accused students directly involved in the incident but also the college management and the victim who was the subject of the illicit recording. Additionally, the Superintendent of Police from the CID is anticipated to arrive in Udupi on Tuesday to oversee and facilitate the investigation.

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Shivamogga: Residents of Sulebailu in Urugadur, on the outskirts of Shivamogga city, staged a candlelight protest on Wednesday night condemning the murder of student Sanket, which occurred three days ago.

Villagers cutting across caste and religious lines gathered on the streets holding placards with Sanket’s photograph and lit candles as a mark of tribute. They raised slogans condemning the killing and appealed for peace in the area.

Locals alleged that the root cause of Sanket's murder was rampant drug trafficking and illegal liquor shops in the area. The villagers demanded that such anti-social elements preying on innocent youth be stopped.

During the protest, locals again alleged that rampant drug trafficking and illegal liquor sales in the locality were among the reasons behind the incident. They demanded strict action against those involved and called upon authorities to curb the illegal sale of ganja and alcohol, which they claimed was misleading youth and school students in the region.

The protesters later met Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Kariappa and submitted a memorandum urging immediate measures to control illegal activities.

Sanket (16), an SSLC student of Government High School at Uragadur, was allegedly assaulted outside his school by a group of boys when he intervened in an argument over their cricket match. He was rushed to a hospital but declared dead. Seven minors have reportedly been taken into custody in connection with the incident.