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Hyderabad Police Address Alleged ₹2 Lakh BMW Owner Harassment
A video from Hyderabad shows a BMW owner being approached by a group of transgender persons.
Reports say the group asked him for ₹2 lakh after his new car arrived.
The video and claims were shared on social media.
It has not been established from the report whether the money was actually paid.
Some people have recently complained about similar demands after new cars were delivered or during housewarming events.
Hyderabad police said people may give money voluntarily.
However, police said forcing or troubling someone to pay is not acceptable.
Police warned that legal action could be taken against anyone who harasses the public for money.
A video allegedly shows transgender persons confronting a BMW owner in Hyderabad.
Reports say the group allegedly demanded ₹2 lakh after the man's new car was delivered.
The incident was highlighted in a social media post dated September 11, 2026.
Reports say similar money demands have been raised after car deliveries and during housewarming ceremonies.
Hyderabad police warned that forcing or harassing people for money could lead to legal action.
- Who
- A BMW owner, an alleged group of transgender persons, and Hyderabad police.
- What
- A video allegedly shows the owner being harassed while the group reportedly demanded ₹2 lakh.
- Where
- Hyderabad.
- When
- The social media post carrying the video was dated September 11, 2026; the reports refer to similar incidents in recent days.
- Why
- The reported demand allegedly followed the delivery of the owner's new car.
Police and Public-Safety Position
Reported Group Conduct
Money requests
Police and Public-Safety Position
Hyderabad police said people can accept money that is voluntarily offered, but cannot force or harass others to pay.
Reported Group Conduct
The report alleges that a group approached the BMW owner and demanded ₹2 lakh after his new car was delivered.
Broader concerns
Police and Public-Safety Position
Reports say members of the public have raised concerns about similar demands after car deliveries, housewarmings, and other events.
Reported Group Conduct
The article does not include a response from the group or establish whether the alleged demand was accepted or resulted in legal charges.
Key facts
- Location
- Hyderabad
- Reported demand
- ₹2 lakh
- Target
- A BMW owner after delivery of a new car
- Evidence referenced
- A video shared on social media
- Police position
- Voluntary payments are not an offence, but forcing or harassing people for money is unacceptable
- Police warning
- Strict legal action may be taken against those found harassing the public for money
Sources
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