Two nannies have been arrested in Bengaluru in connection with an alleged child abuse case at a daycare facility. The arrests were made after videos depicting the abuse were sent to the child welfare department through WhatsApp.
Details of the Arrest
According to police reports, the two women were working as caretakers at the daycare center where the alleged incidents took place. The authorities acted swiftly after receiving the video evidence, leading to their immediate arrest. The names of the accused have not been disclosed pending further investigation.
How the Abuse Came to Light
The child welfare department received multiple videos via WhatsApp showing the nannies mistreating children. The footage prompted an immediate inquiry, and the police were notified. Officials stated that the videos were crucial in identifying the perpetrators and building the case.
Impact and Next Steps
The incident has raised concerns about child safety in daycare facilities across the city. The child welfare department is now conducting inspections of other centers to ensure compliance with safety norms. The accused are currently in police custody and will be produced before a local court. Further investigations are underway to determine if other staff members were involved.
