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Seven Held for Supplying Phone to Jailed Ex-MP Prajwal Revanna

Prison staff among accused in smuggling phone with explicit content to rape convict

Seven people, including prison personnel, have been arrested for supplying a mobile phone and SIM card to former MP Prajwal Revanna, who is serving a sentence for rape. The phone, seized from the jail, contained dozens of pornographic videos and movies, police said. The discovery has raised concerns
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Seven individuals, including prison staff, were arrested for supplying a mobile phone and SIM card to former MP Prajwal Revanna, who is serving a sentence for rape. The seized items contained explicit videos, prompting an investigation into security breaches within the prison. Authorities are examining how the phone was smuggled inside and are questioning the accused to determine the extent of the lapse.

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Seven people, including prison personnel, have been arrested for supplying a mobile phone and SIM card to former MP Prajwal Revanna, who is serving a sentence for rape. The phone, seized from the jail, contained dozens of pornographic videos and movies, police said. The discovery has raised concerns about security lapses within the prison system.

The phone and a pen drive recovered from the jail where Prajwal Revanna is held contained explicit videos and movies, according to police sources. The accused, including prison staff, allegedly facilitated the smuggling of these items to the convict. Authorities are investigating how the phone was brought inside the jail and are questioning the arrested personnel to uncover the full extent of the breach.

Experts have weighed in on the matter, highlighting the need for stricter monitoring and controls within correctional facilities to prevent such incidents. The investigation is ongoing, and further action will be taken based on the findings.

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Who is Prajwal Revanna?
Prajwal Revanna is a former Member of Parliament currently serving a sentence for rape.
What evidence was found on the seized phone?
Apart from pornographic videos, a pen drive with explicit videos and movies was also recovered.
What are authorities doing about the breach?
Authorities are questioning arrested personnel to understand how the phone was brought inside jail.
What have experts said about this incident?
Experts emphasized the need for stricter monitoring and controls in prisons to prevent such cases.
Is the investigation completed?
No, the investigation is still ongoing and further action will be taken based on its findings.

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