Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Three Arrested for Rumor-Mongering, Creating Panic in Meerut
In Meerut, India, three people were arrested for allegedly spreading rumors that caused a panic.
Zeeshan and Adil falsely announced that thieves were in the area using a mosque's loudspeaker.
Then, another person, Nikhil, made a loud noise with a pipe to make it sound like something was happening, which made people even more scared.
This led to people running out of their homes with weapons.
The police quickly arrived to calm everyone down and are now taking action against those who spread the rumors.
Three individuals were arrested in Meerut for allegedly spreading rumors and disturbing peace.
Zeeshan and Adil made a false announcement via a mosque loudspeaker about thieves.
Nikhil amplified the rumor by creating a loud noise with a pipe, increasing panic.
The false alarm caused locals to rush out with weapons, disrupting peace.
Police intervened, restored order, and are taking action against those spreading rumors.
- Who
- Zeeshan, Adil, and Nikhil were arrested; police intervened.
- What
- Three people arrested for spreading rumors and causing panic.
- When
- Monday/Tuesday night (announcement) and Wednesday (arrests).
- Where
- Sardhana area of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India.
- Why
- To disturb peace by spreading rumors.
Accused
Police and Public
Action vs. Reaction
Accused
Allegedly spread rumors.
Police and Public
Police action is justified to maintain order.
- Location
- Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
- Incident
- Rumor spreading and public disturbance
- Accused
- Zeeshan, Adil, Nikhil
- Action
- Arrests and FIR filed
- Allegation
- Spreading rumors and disturbing peace