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6d ago

Zeeshan Siddique Receives Death Threats and ₹10 Crore Ransom Demand

The son of slain politician Baba Siddique is targeted with emailed threats referencing his father’s assassination, prompting police investigations and heightened security measures.

NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique, son of Baba Siddique.
NCP leader Baba Siddique son and NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique interacts with the media after meeting with Joint Commissioner of Police, at Crime Branch office, CP office, in Mumbai, India, on Thursday, Jan 9.
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Overview

  • Zeeshan Siddique, son of murdered NCP leader Baba Siddique, has received multiple death threats via email demanding ₹10 crore in ransom.
  • The emails, allegedly sent by someone claiming to be from D Company, threaten to kill Siddique in the same manner as his father and promise to send further threats every six hours.
  • Bandra Police visited Siddique’s residence to record his statement and are in the process of registering a formal FIR regarding the threats.
  • The Mumbai Crime Branch has initiated a parallel investigation to trace the origin of the emails and ensure Siddique's safety.
  • Following his father’s assassination in October 2024, Siddique’s security was upgraded to Y-category, and authorities continue to review his protection arrangements.