Mysuru, Oct. 30 -- Siddaramaiah questions probe; unhappy over accused getting bail

The Central Crime Branch (CCB), Bengaluru, has given a clean chit to former CM Siddaramaiah in the alleged sting operation case, stating that the video circulated on social media with allegations of sexual harassment appeared to be fabricated.

Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh said the video appeared to have been deliberately staged and investigation had so far found no evidence to support the claims.

The findings suggested that the video could have been part of a coordinated attempt to malign individuals holding responsible positions in Karnataka, he said. He said the statements recorded and evidence collected so far did not establis...