CCTV footage shows the individual suspected of being involved in the March 1 blast at Bengaluru’s Rameshwaram Cafe disembarking from a bus near the well-known eatery.
CCTV footage has captured the individual linked to the March 1 blast at Bengaluru’s Rameshwaram Cafe disembarking from a bus near the location. The suspect, who was observed covering his face with a white handkerchief, was wearing a cap, mask, and glasses. The blast, characterized as low-intensity, occurred during lunchtime at the well-known eatery joint in the city’s Brooke field area, injuring ten people. The suspect has been identified based on the CCTV footage.
The Bengaluru Police have created a route map of the suspect’s movements around Rameshwaram Cafe using CCTV footage. They are currently scanning the footage along that route as part of their investigation.
Using CCTV route mapping, the police are endeavoring to ascertain the suspect’s entry and exit routes to and from the cafe. They’ve taken steps to gather evidence, including seizing a digital video recorder (DVR) from Rameshwaram Cafe and reviewing CCTV footage from nearby shops. Recently, new CCTV footage emerged depicting the suspect approaching the cafe with a bag believed to contain an Intensive Explosive Device (IED). Authorities indicated that the explosion was caused by triggering the IED bomb using a timer.
In a significant development, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has transferred the investigation of the Rameshwaram Cafe blast to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). The NIA, an anti-terror agency, has registered the case and commenced its inquiry.
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has confirmed the identification of the suspect through CCTV footage, estimating their age to be between 28 to 30 years. The Bengaluru Police have taken decisive action by registering a case under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Explosives Substances Act in connection with the explosion at the popular quick-service eatery.
Assurances have been given by Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara regarding the imminent arrest of the accused. He mentioned that the authorities have acquired 40-50 CCTV footage recordings related to the blast. Additionally, investigating agencies are exploring various angles, including potential business rivalry and attempts to disrupt the city’s peace ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
