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Prajwal Revanna returned mid-journey as jail transfer halted over security fears
The controversial HD Revanna family member was turned back en route to Belagavi Central Prison from Bengaluru on security grounds. The decision to shift Prajwal Revanna from Hindalga Prison has been reconsidered following concerns raised by jail authorities.
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Prajwal Revanna, accused in a high-profile sexual assault case, was brought back to Bengaluru after authorities halted his planned transfer to Belagavi Central Prison midway through the journey. The decision to reverse the jail shift came after Hindalga Prison officials flagged serious security concerns regarding the transfer.
The abrupt reversal follows the discovery of contraband items in Revanna's prison cell, including mobile phones, pen drives, and chargers, which prompted authorities to file fresh charges against him. Prison officials cited these security breaches as part of their reservations about relocating the prisoner.
The circumstances surrounding the contraband discovery had already triggered legal complications, with new FIR registrations initiated against Revanna in connection with the jail security violation. The incident has raised questions about prison security protocols and the handling of high-profile detainees.
Revanna remains in custody at Hindalga Prison as authorities reassess the transfer decision. The case continues to draw public attention given the family's political connections and the serious nature of allegations involved.