Police Sub-Inspector Arrested for Sexual Harassment and Extortion in Kerala
SI held in sexual harassment, extortion cases after surrender
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A sub-inspector from Elamakkara police station in Kerala, identified as Mujeeb H., surrendered after being wanted for sexual harassment and extortion. He allegedly threatened victims linked to a narcotics case, leading to his arrest and upcoming court appearance.
- 01Sub-inspector Mujeeb H. surrendered after being wanted for serious allegations.
- 02He is accused of sexual harassment and extortion related to a narcotics investigation.
- 03One victim reported intimidation and threats to implicate her in a narcotics case.
- 04Another complaint came from a doctor who alleged extortion attempts of ₹1.5 lakh (approximately $1,800 USD).
- 05The officer is facing departmental disciplinary action, including suspension.
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A sub-inspector from Elamakkara police station in Kerala, Mujeeb H., surrendered at the North Town police station on May 11, 2026, after being wanted in two cases of alleged sexual harassment and extortion. The officer had been absconding since the registration of complaints against him. He reportedly threatened individuals, claiming their names were linked to a narcotics case, to coerce them into granting sexual favors. One woman filed a complaint after he intimidated her, while a doctor from Pathanamthitta accused him of attempting to extort ₹1.5 lakh (approximately $1,800 USD) by threatening to implicate him in the same narcotics case. Following his surrender, Mujeeb is expected to face disciplinary action within the police department, including suspension, and will be produced before the court later on the same day.
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The arrest of the sub-inspector raises concerns about police conduct and accountability, particularly in sensitive cases involving harassment and extortion.
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