Hyderabad: YouTuber assaulted for filming video near Amberpet Jamia Masjid

Hyderabad: A group of people attacked a YouTuber when he was filming a video near a Jamia Masjid.

Police personnel, who were already present in the area, intervened promptly and brought the situation under control.

According to the police, no formal complaint has been lodged so far.

Incident during late-night filming

Police officials said the YouTuber was recording a video near the mosque when a group of individuals confronted and allegedly assaulted him. The reasons behind the altercation are yet to be officially confirmed.

The incident occurred at a time when a procession marking Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti was passing through the area.

Slogans raised amid procession

Authorities stated that slogans were raised by members of both groups during the procession, which spurred tension in the locality. However, police personnel deployed in the area acted swiftly to prevent the situation from escalating.

“Our officials were on the spot and controlled the situation immediately,” Amberpet police said in a statement.

No complaints filed so far

Police confirmed that the situation is currently peaceful and under control. “We have not received any complaints from anyone in connection with the incident,” officials said, adding that further details are awaited.

Authorities continue to monitor the area as a precautionary measure.