Hyderabad Police Chief Warns of Strict Action Against Extortionists
Sajjanar also expressed concern over internal disputes and clashes regarding dominance within the community, noting that such incidents were leading to law and order problems and, in some instances, tragic loss of life. He assured the gathering that while the police would deal strictly with violations, the department would always stand by those seeking to live respectfully.
Hyderabad: Taking a serious note on increasing complaints regarding harassment and forced collection of money, Hyderabad police commissioner V.C. Sajjanar on Friday issued stating that strict legal action would be inevitable against those resorting to extortion.
Addressing a special meeting attended by approximately 250 transgenders at the Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS) in Ameerpet, Sajjanar urged the community to shun illegal activities and utilize opportunities provided by the state government to lead lives of dignity.
Sajjanar highlighted the growing public grievance regarding groups of transgender persons descending on households during auspicious occasions and demanding exorbitant amounts. “We have been receiving increasing complaints from the public. Harassing residents and forced collections are unacceptable. We will not tolerate such actions,” Sajjanar said.
He cautioned that anyone taking the law into their own hands, regardless of their identity, would face imprisonment. “Cases registered against you will ruin your future. If you trouble innocent citizens, jail terms are certain,” he said.
Sajjanar also expressed concern over internal disputes and clashes regarding dominance within the community, noting that such incidents were leading to law and order problems and, in some instances, tragic loss of life. He assured the gathering that while the police would deal strictly with violations, the department would always stand by those seeking to live respectfully.
Ramanthapur Man Dies by Suicide After Heavy Online Betting Losses
A 38-year-old private employee died by suicide at his residence in Ramanthapur after reportedly losing substantial amounts of money to online betting, Uppal police said.
According to investigating officer K. Idaiah, the deceased, Anil Kumar, residing in Viveknagar, Ramanthapur, had been reportedly engaging in online betting for some time and had incurred heavy financial losses.
On the night of December 10, when he did not open the door despite knocking repeatedly, his father broke it open and discovered Anil Kumar unresponsive. When he shifted him to the hospital, doctors declared him dead on arrival.
Following a complaint from his father, Lakshmanachari, the Uppal police registered a case. In the complaint, the deceased's father stated that Anil Kumar had been extremely distressed after involving in “large betting transactions” and losing money, leading to the suicide. “His father learnt of the betting through Anil's friends,” the IO said.
