Gangster acquitted in murder case arrested for extortion
Mohite, along with three accomplices, was charged with extortion following Advani's complaint.
Mohite, who worked for the sand mafia, was picked up following a swift operation led by senior inspector Shubhangi Deshmukh. The case stems from a property dispute between Advani and one Gidwani, where Mohite intervened, purportedly to mediate. However, he allegedly began threatening Advani, demanding Rs10 lakh to resolve the matter.
Mohite's criminal history and recent acquittal raised concerns, with police intensifying investigations to uncover potential links to other extortion rackets. His accomplices are still at large.
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