Online stalker, blackmailer arrested in Hyderabad

The FIA Cyber Crime Wing has arrested the suspect, Syed Faizan Ahmed son of Syed Shaukat Ali, on allegations of circulating edited indecent images of a minor girl on social media for the purpose of blackmail.

A case has been registered against the suspect under the relevant provisions of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act. According to SHO Tariq Lashari, a complaint was lodged by SD alleging that the suspect was blackmailing her 15-year-old daughter by circulating edited indecent images of her on social media. Upon raiding in Latifabad, the suspect was apprehended, and further investigation has been initiated after seizing his mobile phone and other electronic devices.

Published in The Express Tribune, March 30^th, 2024.