Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Mumbai Crime Branch Investigates Kidnapping Using 'Zangi' App
In Mumbai, a man named Sarwar is accused of kidnapping a person allegedly involved in drug activities.
He used a secret app called 'Zangi' to plan the kidnapping.
After the kidnapping, the kidnappers got money from the victim's family.
The police are investigating the case by looking at phones and messages.
Three more people have been arrested, and the police are still looking for others.
The police also suspect that the kidnappers were planning to make illegal drugs at a certain location.
Sarwar Maksud Khan used the 'Zangi' app to orchestrate the kidnapping of alleged drug mafia Sajid Electricwala.
The Mumbai Crime Branch is analyzing seized phones, call logs, and chat histories for investigation.
Rs. 51 lakh was extorted from Sajid's family, with only Rs. 95,000 recovered so far.
Three more accused have been arrested, bringing the total to 10, while five others are at large.
Investigators suspect MD (mephedrone) manufacturing at a site based on photos found on Sarwar's phone.
- Who
- Sarwar Maksud Khan, Anwar Babu Shaikh, and other accomplices, along with the victim Sajid Electricwala.
- What
- Kidnapping of Sajid Electricwala, allegedly connected to drug activities.
- When
- The events unfolded recently, with arrests occurring up to July 29.
- Where
- Mumbai, India.
- Why
- The kidnapping was allegedly motivated by a financial dispute and carried out to extort money.
Law Enforcement
Alleged Perpetrators
Investigation Goals
Law Enforcement
Focus on thorough investigation and apprehension of all involved parties, aiming to bring perpetrators to justice and recover the extorted funds.
Alleged Perpetrators
N/A
- Main Accused
- Sarwar Maksud Khan
- App Used
- Zangi
- Money Extorted
- Rs. 51 lakh
- Money Recovered
- Rs. 95,000
- Total Arrests
- 10
- Remaining at Large
- 5