Kerala Man Arrested For Creating and Spreading Viral AI-Generated Zipline Accident Video That Caused Public Panic

Nov 18, 2025 11:54 pm CST

Wayanad Cyber Police have arrested 29-year-old K Ashkar from Alappuzha for creating an AI-generated video falsely showing a zipline accident. The fake footage, which went viral through his social media handle 'Ashkar Ali Reacts,' caused widespread panic and prompted authorities to warn against creating misleading AI content that incites fear or damages public trust.