In a shocking incident in Hyderabad, a 48-year-old woman, identified as Sumaiya Sultana, was arrested for posing as a passenger in a cab and attempting to extort money by falsely accusing the driver of sexual assault.
The Hyderabad police, acting on the complaint of the cab driver, discovered that Sultana has a criminal history with 17 cases registered against her across the city. Her modus operandi involved seeking rides, threatening motorists, and extorting money.
The cab driver, Paramanand, promptly reported the incident to the Jubilee Hills police station. Inspector Ravindra Prasad, familiar with Sultana's criminal record, led the investigation, leading to her arrest. The police have charged her under Section 389 of the Indian Penal Code.
Sultana had previously been arrested for similar offenses, highlighting a pattern of extortion attempts. The police acted swiftly to ensure the safety of the cab driver and curb Sultana's criminal activities.
With a history of 17 cases, Sumaiyah Sultana now faces legal consequences for her extortion attempts and false accusations. The arrest underscores the need for vigilance and quick police response to protect potential victims from such serial offenders.