A few days ago, news circulated through various channels including self-proclaimed media outlets TNC INDIA (@thenewschapter) and Bharat Samachar (@bstvlive), showed an unfortunate narrative. According to their accounts, a man in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh met a tragic fate under suspicious circumstances. He suffered severe burns and was rushed to the district hospital in critical condition, where he was sadly declared dead by the attending doctors. The news carried an alarming detail—there were apparent marks of assault on his body. However, when we dug further, into our investigation we found out that the news being circulated was false and misleading. The man reportedly died due to a short circuit in Raebareli,.
Contrary to the sensational claims circulated by certain media outlets, the Raebareli Police through Twitter clarified the actual events. The investigation unveiled that the man’s demise was not a result of any criminal assault. Tragically, the cause was attributed to a short circuit, a stark reminder of how unforeseen accidents can turn fatal. The so-called marks of assault on the body were not indicative of any altercation; they were misleading interpretations. The police swiftly asserted that there was no evidence of foul play, putting to rest the rumours that had gained momentum.
The intent behind the false claims published by these media outlets appears rooted in garnering attention on social media platforms and potentially creating panic among the public. Moreover, the intent also seems to be politically motivated because the accounts that shared the misleading news aimed to target Uttar Pradesh’s administration led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Following comprehensive analysis and meticulous fact-checking, our team has investigated the claim. You can refer to the findings of this inquiry in the Twitter thread embedded below.
Claim: False claims propagated by media outlets depicted an assault as the cause of a man’s death in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh.
Fact: The investigation revealed that the man’s unfortunate death resulted from a short circuit, and there was no evidence of any assault. The claims about an altercation and assault marks were baseless and unsubstantiated.
In our pursuit of accurate and unbiased information, we’ve diligently fact-checked the claims surrounding the incident. Misinformation can sow discord and disrupt communal harmony. Your support matters greatly in our mission to foster an informed and united society. Together, let’s strive to make India and Indians proud, upholding truth and unity. Jai Hind.
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