Hyderabad Extortion Case: Dabeerpura Police Arrest Rowdy Sheeter in Rs 50 Lakh Ransom Threat Case
Dabeerpura Police Hyderabad arrested rowdy sheeter Habeeb Ali Baghdadi in Cr. No.103/2026 over allegations of Rs.50 lakh ransom demand, threats and extortion targeting a builder in Malakpet.
Dabeerpura Police, Hyderabad arrested Habeeb Ali Baghdadi (57), a rowdy sheeter of Abids Road Police Station, in connection with Cr. No. 103/2026 registered under Sections 329(4), 308(6), 351(2), 352 BNS. Police alleged that the accused threatened a builder in Malakpet, demanded Rs. 50,00,000 ransoms entered a construction site unlawfully and intimidated workers. The accused was apprehended on 22.06.2026 at 1400 hours, and further investigation is in progress.
Accused Details in Dabeerpura Police Extortion Case
Police identified the accused as:
- Habeeb Ali Baghdadi
- Father’s Name: Habeeb Mohammed Baghdadi
- Age: 57 years
- Occupation: Business
- Address: H.No. 3-5-784/2/D, beside Quran House, King Koti, Hyderabad
- Mobile Number: 7093224114
Police stated that the accused is a Rowdy Sheeter of Abids Road Police Station, Hyderabad.
Complaint Filed by Builder from Azampura
According to police, the case was registered based on a complaint lodged by Syed Yousuf Shareef, resident of Azampura, Hyderabad.
The complainant stated that he is a builder and is presently constructing a new building at:
H.No. 16-8-238, Kaladera, Malakpet, Hyderabad
According to the complaint, for the past several months, the accused had allegedly been continuously harassing and pressuring him to pay Rs. 50,00,000 as ransom.
The complaint alleged that the accused threatened that if the amount was not paid, he would ensure that a serious criminal case would be registered against the complainant.
Alleged Trespass, Knife Threat and Intimidation at Construction Site
According to the complaint, around two months ago at approximately 12:30 PM, the accused allegedly unlawfully entered the construction site and questioned the plumber regarding the whereabouts of the builder.
Police stated that the complainant alleged that:
- The accused abused the complainant using filthy language.
- When questioned by the plumber, the accused allegedly lifted his shirt and showed a knife concealed in his waistband.
- He allegedly threatened that if the builder failed to meet his demands, he would ensure that a serious criminal case was registered and that the complainant would be sent to jail.
- He allegedly threatened to falsely implicate the complainant in a grave offence and ruin his life.
According to the complaint, after seeing the knife and hearing the threats, the plumber became frightened and remained silent.
Police stated that the accused later left the premises.
Fresh Allegation on June 9, 2026
Police stated that on 09.06.2026, the accused again allegedly entered the construction site and threatened both the watchman and the complainant with the intention of obtaining ransom and extorting money.
Police Allege Modus Operandi After Return from Saudi Arabia
According to police, the accused was previously residing in Saudi Arabia.
After returning to India, police alleged that he started threatening and extorting owners of newly constructed buildings and builders.
Police stated that his alleged modus operandi included:
- Visiting newly constructed buildings
- Identifying loopholes or alleged violations
- Taking photographs of properties
- Posting images on Facebook
- Tagging GHMC, Income Tax Department, and the offices of the Hon’ble Chief Minister and Director General of Police
- Allegedly blackmailing builders and property owners
- Demanding ransom money
- Filing complaints before concerned departments seeking demolition if demands were not fulfilled
Case Registration and Investigation Status
Based on the complaint, police registered the case and began investigation.
During investigation, the accused was apprehended by Dabeerpura Police on 22.06.2026 at 1400 hours.
Police stated that further investigation is in progress to ascertain all facts and circumstances of the case.
Previous Cases Mentioned by Police
Police stated that the accused had earlier been involved in the following cases:
- Cr. No. 109/2017 – U/s 384, 448, 452, 500 & 506 IPC r/w 34 IPC, 156(3) Cr.P.C – PS Narayanguda
- Cr. No. 179/2017 – U/s 499, 506 IPC and 156(3) Cr.P.C – PS Narayanguda
- Cr. No. 249/2018 – U/s 420, 406, 447, 120(a), 120(b), 506 r/w 34 IPC and Sec-83 of Stamps & Registration Act r/w 156(3) Cr.P.C – PS Narayanguda
- Cr. No. 250/2018 – U/s 420, 406, 447, 120(a), 120(b), 506 r/w 34 IPC and Sec-83 of Stamps & Registration Act r/w 156(3) Cr.P.C – PS Narayanguda
- Cr. No. 251/2018 – U/s 420, 406, 447, 120(a), 120(b), 506 r/w 34 IPC and Sec-83 of Stamps & Registration Act r/w 156(3) Cr.P.C – PS Narayanguda
- Cr. No. 237/2020 – U/s 506 IPC – PS Narayanguda
- Cr. No. 330/2020 – U/s 506 IPC – PS Narayanguda
- Cr. No. 317/2023 – U/s 448, 384, 323, 504 and 509 IPC – PS Abids Road Police Station
Officers Handling Investigation
The case is being investigated by:
- N. Naveen, SI, PS Dabeerpura and team
- Under guidance of P. Upashankar, Inspector of Police, PS Dabeerpura
- Under supervision of L. Raja Venkat Reddy, ACP, Malakpet Division
- K. Md. Majeed, Additional DCP, Charminar Zone, Hyderabad
The press note was issued under the authority of the:
Deputy Commissioner of Police, Charminar Zone, Hyderabad
In the Hyderabad extortion case registered as Cr. No. 103/2026 under Sections 329(4), 308(6), 351(2), 352 BNS, Dabeerpura Police arrested Habeeb Ali Baghdadi, a rowdy sheeter of Abids Road Police Station, after allegations that he demanded Rs. 50 lakh ransom, threatened a builder at a construction site in Kaladera, Malakpet, and intimidated workers. Police arrested the accused on 22.06.2026 at 1400 hours, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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