Arrest Made After Google Tip-Off
A man in Uttar Pradesh was arrested after Google flagged obscene videos of his female relatives stored on his Google Drive. The accused allegedly recorded the videos while the women were using the bathroom, according to the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP).
How the Case Unfolded
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) received a tip-off from Google, which then informed Indian agencies through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. The Police Commissionerate of Kanpur Nagar acted on the information, arresting the man on July 10, 2026.
Netizens React with Privacy Concerns
The arrest sparked a debate on social media about privacy implications. Many netizens questioned the extent of Google's monitoring of user data, with some expressing concern that such surveillance could be misused. The NCM India Council For Men Affairs tweeted about the incident, highlighting the role of Google in informing authorities.
Police Statement
In a video statement, the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime), Mahdoya, confirmed the action was taken under the NCMEC framework. The police urged the public to report such crimes and assured that strict action would be taken against offenders.
