Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has received a death threat via email, prompting his brother Haseeb Ahmed to file an FIR at the Cyber Crime Police Station in Uttar Pradesh’s Amroha district.
Details of the Threat
- The email was allegedly sent by Rajput Sindar, who also demanded ₹1 crore ransom from Shami.
- The FIR was registered under Indian Penal Code (BNS) 2023 Section 308 (4) and Information Technology (Amendment) Act, 2008 Sections 66D and 66E.
- The police have launched an investigation into the sender’s identity and are using digital forensic techniques to track the source.
Shami’s Recent Performance
- Shami is currently playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2025, where he has taken six wickets in nine matches.
- He was instrumental in India’s Champions Trophy victory, securing nine wickets in five matches, including a five-wicket haul against Bangladesh.
Similar Threats to Gautam Gambhir
- Last month, Indian team head coach Gautam Gambhir also received a death threat via email, leading to an FIR with Delhi Police.
- Gambhir is already under Delhi Police protection, and authorities are investigating the matter.
The police are actively working on the case, and further updates are expected soon.
