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Crime
Gujarat Resident Sets Neighbor’s Car Ablaze Over Alarm, CCTV Captures Incident
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 02:38 PM
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A man in Gujarat, irritated by a recurring alarm, deliberately set his neighbour's vehicle on fire, an act recorded by nearby CCTV cameras. Police have opened a criminal case and are seeking the suspect.
Police in Gujarat reported that a resident, upset by a persistent alarm sound, ignited his neighbour's car on a residential street. The act was captured by a closed‑circuit television camera installed in the vicinity, showing the suspect approaching the vehicle and setting it alight.
Local authorities have registered a criminal case under sections relating to arson and vandalism. Investigators are reviewing the footage to identify the individual and have appealed to the public for any additional information that could aid the probe.
The incident caused damage to the vehicle but no injuries were reported, as the neighbour was away at the time. The police have warned that such acts of retaliation will be dealt with severely under the law.
The case highlights growing concerns over the misuse of surveillance footage in investigations and the need for prompt community reporting of suspicious behavior.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Local authorities have registered a criminal case under sections relating to arson and vandalism. Investigators are reviewing the footage to identify the individual and have appealed to the public for any additional information that could aid the probe.
The incident caused damage to the vehicle but no injuries were reported, as the neighbour was away at the time. The police have warned that such acts of retaliation will be dealt with severely under the law.
The case highlights growing concerns over the misuse of surveillance footage in investigations and the need for prompt community reporting of suspicious behavior.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.