Overview
- Shalibanda police arrested Mohammed Bilal on Wednesday following a complaint that he demanded ₹35,000 to influence a case at a police station.
- Investigators say he presented himself as a YouTube reporter and claimed he could prevent the complainant’s arrest.
- Police allege he threatened immediate arrest if the payment was not made and repeatedly intimidated the victim.
- An extortion case was registered based on evidence gathered during the inquiry, and Bilal was taken into custody.
- South Zone DCP Kiran Khare warned of growing media-impersonation schemes, urged the public to report such threats, and said the investigation continues.