Archive · 6 Aug 2025
YouTubers Arrested in Meerut for Spreading False Drone Rumors
Two YouTubers in India made up a story about a drone thief to get more views on their videos.
They posted a video pretending to chase the thief, which scared people.
The police found out the story was fake and arrested them.
The police are warning people about spreading false information online.
The women have been released on bail.
Two female YouTubers were arrested in Meerut, India, for spreading false rumors about drone sightings.
The YouTubers created content falsely claiming a drone thief was active in the area to gain views.
A video posted by one of the YouTubers went viral, causing public panic and prompting police investigation.
Police found the drone sightings were not real, leading to the arrest of the content creators.
The accused were released on bail following questioning by the police.
- Who
- Laiba Mantasha and Meenakshi Singh, two female YouTubers, were arrested.
- What
- Two YouTubers were arrested for spreading false rumors about drone sightings.
- When
- The arrests happened after a video was posted on August 5th, causing public panic.
- Where
- Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India.
- Why
- They were arrested for spreading false information that caused public fear and for violating laws.
Accused
Police
Actions
Accused
The YouTubers created content for views
Police
Police arrested them for spreading misinformation and causing panic.
- Accused
- Laiba Mantasha and Meenakshi Singh
- Location
- Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Charges
- Spreading false rumors
- Instagram Account
- meerut_twins_454
- Status
- Released on bail
