Mysore/Mysuru, Dec. 27 -- Despite 150 cameras and PTZ coverage at gates, sequence of events goes uncaptured

As the investigation deepens into the helium cylinder blast where three persons were killed, including the balloon vendor, investigators are grappling with several gaps and limited leads.

A major hurdle in the investigation has been the absence of usable CCTV footage. Police sources said that a flex board obstructed the line of sight between a nearby camera and the blast site, depriving investigators of crucial visuals.

With technical evidence forming a key component of modern policing, CCTV footage often helps reconstruct events and identify suspects. However, in this case, the lack of clear visuals has hampered efforts to piece...