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MUMBAI BUSINESSMAN FACES EXTORTION CHARGE FOR SCAMMING COX AND KINGS OWNER OF RS 9 CR

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February 17, 2024

In a recent development, Hiren Bhagat, also known as Romi Bhagat (50), is facing a second extortion case filed by the Mumbai Police.

The charges allege that he extorted Rs 9 crore from Peter Kerkar, the owner of the renowned tours and travel company Cox and Kings. The Bandra police station initiated the case, subsequently transferring it to the crime branch for a thorough investigation, according to a senior police officer.

This marks the second extortion case against Bhagat, who is already in judicial custody for his alleged role in a Rs 164 crore extortion from a builder. Authorities from the crime branch are expected to take Bhagat into custody soon in connection with the latest case.

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