Sambhal Mosque Clash: Tightened Security Ahead of Namaz Following Violence | ABP News

The police in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, have accelerated their investigation into the violence that erupted in the area. According to reports, over 100 stone-pelters have been identified through footage from mobile phones, CCTV, and drones, with 27 suspects already arrested, including some minors. The police are focusing on several angles in their investigation. One key area of inquiry is who prompted the crowd to gather near the Jama Masjid on the day of the violence. They are also examining mobile data to determine who incited the violence. The police are collecting data from surrounding areas to track active mobile numbers during the incident, including examining both raw and dumped data. Additionally, the police are recovering CCTV footage from cameras that were destroyed during the riot to help identify the perpetrators. A further investigation is underway into 27 mobile phones sent for forensic analysis to recover deleted data, which could reveal if the riots were premeditated. Police have also identified social media accounts and WhatsApp groups that called for gatherings near the mosque. These accounts and their posted videos are being analyzed to uncover more details. Moreover, a special team has been formed to comb through all available footage from CCTV cameras, mobile videos, and drone footage to identify the culprits. The police are also expected to record statements from local residents soon to facilitate further actions. So far, 27 individuals have been arrested, including three women, and investigations have implicated figures such as Samajwadi Party MP Ziaur Rahman Bark and the son of MLA Iqbal Mahmood, Suhail Iqbal. The families of the four individuals killed in the violence have also filed complaints, which have led to additional charges being filed​