Overview
- Prem Kumar, 36, was found dead at his residence in Ambedkar Basti in the Chikkadapally/Ramnagar area on February 3.
- Family members reported threats involving morphed nude images and an extortion demand of Rs 3,000 and said they urged him not to pay and to approach police.
- Chikkadapally police registered a case based on the family's complaint and opened an investigation to identify those responsible.
- The Assistant Commissioner of Police said the phone will be sent for forensic examination and cautioned that the alleged harassment has not been confirmed.
- Police noted accounts of ongoing financial stress and issued a public advisory urging victims to avoid paying blackmailers and to report incidents to the Cyber Crime Helpline at 1930.