No Zombie Drug in Bengaluru, Top Cop Clarifies Bagalur Man Took Alcohol Mixed with Arthritis, Sinus Medication

The Bengaluru Police have confirmed that a viral video claiming the use of zombie drugs in the city is fake. The clip, widely shared on social media, was reported from Bagalur near Nitte College.

Commissioner of Police Seemant Kumar Singh issued clarification that the video has no link to synthetic narcotics or so called zombie drug Xylazine.

Police traced the person seen standing stiffly in the footage and identified him as a migrant labourer. Medical tests were conducted to check whether he had consumed banned substances or drugs linked to "zombie-like" behaviour.

Doctors later ruled out the use of synthetic narcotics. A police officer said tests showed the man was not under the influence of such drugs. He had consumed alcohol along with prescribed medication for arthritis and sinus issues, which led to the condition seen in the video.

@BlrCityPolice issued clarification regarding Zombie drug rumours in Bengaluru.

The video which went viral was of a drunk man and it has nothing to do with any drugs. pic.twitter.com/oeamLvcJ97

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Home Minister G Parameshwara said cases involving MDMA mixed with Xylazine have been reported in other states. He said the Bengaluru video is not connected to those incidents.

The Bengaluru Police have handed over the case to the Central Crime Branch. Officials are examining how the video spread and are working to trace the original source, including the device and account used to upload it.

Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh said the video was shared without verification, causing unnecessary panic. He said strict action will be taken against those who deliberately circulate false information.

Police said sharing unverified content is punishable under law. They also noted that even responsible people had forwarded the video, which added to confusion.

Authorities have asked the public to verify such claims before sharing and report similar videos to police or cyber units.