Archive · 10 Aug 2025
Mumbai Taxi Drivers Arrested for Extorting Foreign Tourists
Some taxi drivers in Mumbai were arrested for trying to trick tourists out of money.
In two separate instances, drivers agreed on a price but then asked for much more money after the ride started.
One driver stole a phone and took money from an American tourist, while another demanded a large sum of money from an Australian tourist.
Both drivers were reported and arrested by the police, and they now face charges of extortion.
Mumbai cab drivers arrested for allegedly extorting money from foreign tourists.
Two incidents reported involved drivers demanding extra money after agreeing on a fare.
Arun Mishra, an Uber driver, took Rs 1,300 from an American citizen after cancelling the ride.
Sunil Sharma demanded $3,500 from an Australian citizen after initially agreeing to Rs 3,500.
Both drivers were arrested and charged with extortion following complaints.
- Who
- Arun Mishra and Sunil Sharma, along with foreign tourists.
- What
- Taxi drivers in Mumbai extorted money from tourists.
- When
- Incidents occurred on July 25 and August 3.
- Where
- Mumbai, near the JW Marriott hotel and from the airport.
- Why
- Drivers sought to extract more money than agreed upon.
- Incident Dates
- July 25, August 3
- Location
- Mumbai
- Victims
- American, Australian citizens
- Charges
- Extortion
- Drivers Arrested
- Arun Mishra, Sunil Sharma