Hyderabad: Task Force officials busted an extortion gang in the city and arrested three persons for threatening victims using an illegal firearm.
The Commissioner’s Task Force, Golconda Zone, along with Masab Tank Police, carried out the operation based on credible inputs. Teams detained the accused and seized weapons and other material.
Police identified the main accused as Mohd Afroz Baig alias Shakeel, a real estate businessman based in Banjara Hills. His associates included Teljeri Balakishan alias Balraj and Bittu Kumar alias Raju.
Task Force uncovers extortion racket using illegal firearm
Investigators said the accused targeted investors and individuals seeking repayment of money. They used threats and intimidation to extort cash.
The trio procured a country-made pistol and ammunition through illegal channels from Bihar. They then used the weapon to create fear and coerce victims.
During the operation, police seized a country-made pistol and 18 live rounds. In addition, teams recovered two magazines, a vehicle, mobile phones and a hockey stick.
Police registered a case under relevant sections of the Arms Act and BNS. Meanwhile, further investigation is in progress.
𝗚𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗺; 𝗣𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱
The Commissioner’s Task Force (Golconda Zone), along with Masab Tank Police, apprehended three individuals involved in creating fear… pic.twitter.com/vETzZyFrT4
— Hyderabad City Police (@hydcitypolice) March 17, 2026