Hyderabad police arrested Habeeb Ali Baghdadi, a 57-year-old rowdy-sheeter, for attempting to extort money from a local businessman on Monday [1].
The arrest highlights ongoing efforts by city law enforcement to curb organized crime and the targeting of business owners by known offenders.
Baghdadi, who is also known by the alias Bobby, allegedly targeted a businessman at his shop in Hyderabad [1]. According to reports, the suspect used threats to demand a payment of ₹10 lakh [1]. While one report cites this figure, another source indicates the attempted extortion amount may have been as high as ₹50 lakh [2].
Police officials confirmed the arrest took place earlier this week. "A 57-year-old rowdy-sheeter was arrested by the Abid Road police..." police said [1]. Other reports noted that the Dabeerpura police were involved in the operation on Monday [2].
Baghdadi is identified as a rowdy-sheeter, a designation used by Indian police for habitual offenders who are closely monitored by the state. The investigation into the extortion attempt is ongoing to determine if other business owners in the area were targeted by the suspect.
The suspect remains in custody as authorities process the charges related to the threats, and the attempted financial coercion [1].
“Habeeb Ali Baghdadi, a 57-year-old rowdy-sheeter, was arrested for attempting to extort money.”
The arrest of a designated rowdy-sheeter underscores the persistent challenge of habitual offenders in urban centers like Hyderabad. By targeting the business community through extortion, these individuals disrupt local commerce and public safety, necessitating the specialized monitoring and rapid intervention strategies employed by the Abid Road and Dabeerpura police.
