Amman: The Public Security Directorate's (PSD) Criminal Investigation Department announced on Wednesday that a video circulating online showing a person being assaulted after being placed in a vehicle's trunk was "a staged scene," as confirmed by the Directorate's media spokesperson.
According to Jordan News Agency, the investigation into the footage led to the identification and subsequent arrest of the two individuals involved in staging the scene. The individuals admitted to orchestrating the event and posting it on social media in an attempt to gain views and followers.
Additional footage obtained by the authorities further confirmed the act was staged. The spokesperson added that the individuals would be referred to the Public Prosecutor for further legal action.