Five individuals have been apprehended in connection with an alleged extortion case in the National Capital, according to a senior police official. The incident took place in Bhajanapura, with the complainant reporting that four unidentified individuals posed as patients and demanded INR 5 lakh. The investigation is ongoing, with efforts being made to arrest the remaining two suspects. Big News Network.com reported
Five Arrested for Alleged Extortion in New Delhi
Overview
In an alleged case of extortion, five individuals have been arrested in the National Capital, according to a senior police official. The incident took place in Bhajanapura on December 1 and 2. While efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining two accused, the police investigation is ongoing.
Details of the Incident
On December 1, the complainant, a doctor, reported that four unidentified individuals posing as patients entered his clinic. They allegedly brandished a country-made pistol, threatening him, and demanded a sum of Rs 5 lakh as protection money. The police official stated that this incident prompted the extortion case.
Arrested Individuals
The police have identified and apprehended five individuals involved in the alleged extortion case:
- Haider Ali (18) – Previously involved in a murder case and a robbery case when he was a minor.
- Faisal Pathani (18) – Found in possession of the country-made pistol used in the crime.
- Sakib (19) – Previously registered for a theft case, released on bail two months ago.
- Mohd Zaim (23) – Works as a scrap dealer and masterminded the extortion plot against the doctor.
- A minor identified as XYX (16) – Resident of Maujpur, Delhi.
Other Accused
The police have identified two additional individuals involved in the extortion case:
- Bada Sahil (identity unknown)
- Chhota Sahil (identity unknown)
Continuing Investigation
The police are actively pursuing the remaining accused individuals and are investigating the case further. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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