Mumbai: YouTuber's home CCTV hacked; Intimate videos of his mother, sister leaked online

Mumbai: In a shocking incident that unfolded last week, a 21-year-old YouTuber and esports player from Bandra (West) found himself at the center of a distressing privacy breach. Disturbing videos of his mother and sister in compromising situations emerged online, prompting swift action as the victim filed a police complaint with the Bandra police.

Perpetrator secretly records YouTuber's mother, sister

An unidentified individual exploited vulnerabilities in the home's closed-circuit television (CCTV) system, secretly capturing the YouTuber's mother and sister in private moments. The illicit recording, dated November 17, quickly made its way across social media platforms, raising serious concerns about online privacy and security.

YouTuber learns of CCTV hack from recognisable footage

The YouTuber became aware of the distressing situation when a friend identified the victims in the videos as his own mother and sister. The distressing footage had circulated on platforms like Instagram, Telegram, and other sites. The victim promptly lodged an official complaint, highlighting the breach of privacy and illegal access to the CCTV system.

Police investigation underway

Mumbai's cyber team is actively engaged in tracking the internet protocol (IP) details, collaborating with technical experts to apprehend the person responsible for this egregious violation. The police have also initiated requests to social media platforms to promptly remove the illicit video from circulation.

"The cyber team is meticulously tracking the IP details to locate the person behind the illegal access to the CCTV system," stated a police officer from the Bandra police station, reinforcing the commitment to resolving the case.

Police explore multiple angles

Responding swiftly to the complaint, the police are conducting a thorough investigation to determine whether the breach involves someone with personal ties to the YouTuber. Legal actions include sections 500 and 501 of the Indian Penal Code, addressing defamation, along with sections 66(C), 66(E), and 67(A) of the Information Technology Act, covering identity theft, violation of piracy, and publishing explicit content, respectively.

This alarming incident raises critical questions about digital security and personal privacy, urging authorities to address the complexities of cyber threats and protect individuals from such invasive acts.