Police Trace Phone to JD(S) Leader Kumaraswamy’s Home in Fake Sting Probe, Party Calls Bias

Police officials said that a mobile phone recovered during a probe into a purported sting operation was traced to the home of JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy. The device, allegedly used to record a fake encounter, was identified through standard forensic methods that linked its SIM and location data to the address associated with Kumaraswamy.
The case, described by investigators as a "fake sting," involves allegations that the recorded material was fabricated to create a misleading narrative. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the content of the recordings or the intended target of the operation.
In response, the Janata Dal (Secular) party issued a statement alleging that the investigation is being driven by political bias against its leader. JD(S) officials claimed that the police are selectively focusing on Kumaraswamy while ignoring similar incidents involving other political figures.
Police spokespersons reiterated that the inquiry is based on evidence and that no political considerations influence the process. The investigation remains ongoing, and further actions will depend on the outcome of forensic analysis and any additional leads.
The development adds another layer to the already tense political climate in the state, where opposition parties frequently accuse law‑enforcement agencies of partisanship.