Rowdy sheeter- led gang posing as cops abduct trader, 3 held

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: A masqueraded police kidnapping turned into a chain of fraudulence as fake officers, reportedly Muzamil alias Mujju, Syed Shifas, and Yusuf found themselves on the wrong side of the law.

Muzamil, a notorious rowdy, had deceived a few Gujari traders into paying hefty sums under the guise of protection fees.

A trader, who protested against their demands, was reportedly abducted by Muzammil’s henchmen.

However, the victim managed to escape, leading to a chase where the fake officers were apprehended by the real police.

The incident unfolded near the dumping yard at Mitiganahalli off Bagaluru. Reports say that Amrithalli police station have held three persons.