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Summary:

The Tamil Nadu Police Cyber Crime Wing has requested X Corp (formerly Twitter) to block 22 URLs containing graphic video footage of a brutal assault on a migrant worker by four juveniles in Tiruttani on December 26, 2025. Police fear the videos promote violence, could adversely affect the younger generation and disturb public harmony. The juveniles were arrested, and the victim, Suraj, was treated for injuries. Police warn X Corp of potential legal action under Indian IT rules if the content is not blocked, citing concerns about glorifying violence, revealing the identities of minors involved in the crime, and violating the law of the land. The videos had been shared by prominent figures, including politicians and fact-checkers.

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Tamil Nadu Police Demand X Corp. Block Violent Assault Videos

Chennai, India – January 3, 2026 – The Tamil Nadu Police Cyber Crime Wing (CCW) has formally requested X Corp. (formerly Twitter Inc.) to block access to 22 URLs circulating graphic video footage of a violent assault on a migrant worker. The incident, which occurred in Tiruttani on December 26, 2025, involved four juveniles brutally attacking Suraj, 34, a native of Odisha, with a sharp-edged weapon.

The videos, reportedly recorded and uploaded by the perpetrators, quickly went viral, sparking widespread condemnation. Police fear the circulation of such content could incite violence, negatively influence young people, and disrupt public order.

“The circulation of such videos could adversely influence the younger generation, promote violent behaviour and potentially disturb public harmony”, Police Sources said in an email.

The juveniles have been arrested. Suraj was treated for his injuries at a local hospital and later discharged.

The CCW’s request is based on concerns that the videos glorify violence and expose the identities of minors involved in a crime, violating the Juvenile Justice Act. Authorities have warned X Corp. that failure to comply could result in legal action under Rule 7 of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.

“Since the mentioned handle violates the law of the land, you are informed that failure to block the post will lead to initiation of action against X Corp as envisaged under Rule 7 of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021,” the letter stated.

A police officer confirmed that the videos have been shared by prominent users, including politicians and fact-checkers within the state. Authorities emphasize that their actions are strictly in accordance with the law and aimed at preventing further dissemination of harmful content.

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