In a move to clarify the Indian connections of the suspect in a recent Australian terror attack, the Telangana Police have released key findings from their investigation. The force has addressed widespread speculation about the background of Sajid Akram, the man identified as the perpetrator of the deadly mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach.
Police Detail Post-Migration Visits to Hyderabad
Director General of Police (DGP) Shivadhar Reddy provided a detailed account, confirming that Sajid Akram, who originally migrated from India in 1998, returned to Hyderabad on six separate occasions after leaving the country. The police traced his local address through official passport records and launched a thorough inquiry into the nature and purpose of these visits.
The investigation concluded that all six trips were strictly personal. According to the DGP, Akram's activities in Hyderabad centered around family meetings and matters related to property. Authorities found no indication that these visits were used for any other purpose or involved meetings with suspicious individuals or groups.
No Evidence of Radicalisation or Local Extremist Ties Found
A significant part of the police statement focused on dispelling concerns about potential radicalisation or networks within India. The detailed inquiry found no evidence whatsoever that Sajid Akram was radicalised during his time in Hyderabad or that he maintained connections with any local extremist elements.
The Telangana Police's findings aim to separate the suspect's personal history from the horrific act committed abroad. Akram's last recorded visit to Hyderabad was in July 2022, well over a year before the attack in Australia.
Context of the Australian Investigation
The clarification from the Indian police comes as Australian security agencies continue their probe into the December 14 terror attack, which resulted in the tragic loss of 15 lives. The attack at Bondi Beach sent shockwaves through Australia and prompted international scrutiny of the suspect's background and potential influences.
By outlining the factual details of Akram's visits, the Telangana Police seek to provide accurate information and curb unsubstantiated rumours regarding the suspect's links to India. The statement underscores that while the suspect had familial ties to Hyderabad, his later actions appear disconnected from any activities or influences within the city.
