A two-storey bungalow in the Tolichowki area of Hyderabad has come into focus after authorities confirmed that it belongs to the family of Sajid Akram, one of the two accused in the deadly shooting at Bondi Beach, Sydney, on December 14.
Police officials said the property belongs to Akram’s father, while his elder brother, Dr Shahid Akram, resides there with family members. After the identities of the attackers became public, the residents reportedly locked the house and left the premises. Vehicles, including cars and two-wheelers, were found parked at the location.
No case against local family members
A senior police officer clarified that no criminal case has been registered against any of the residents of the Tolichowki house. Officials said the family’s departure was precautionary in nature following media attention and public scrutiny.
Dr Shahid Akram is employed at a nearby hospital, police confirmed.
Background of Sajid Akram
According to police, Sajid Akram completed his B.Com degree in Hyderabad before migrating abroad in 1998 in search of employment. He later lived in several countries and eventually settled in Australia, where he married a woman of European origin.
Telangana Director General of Police B Shivadhar Reddy said Sajid Akram continues to hold an Indian passport, while his children — including Naveed Akram, one of the accused — were born abroad and are citizens of Australia.
Police sources said Sajid Akram had rarely visited Hyderabad after leaving India and had no sustained contact with local networks.
Police rule out Telangana links
“The factors that led to the radicalisation of Sajid Akram and his son appear to have no connection with India or Telangana,” the DGP said. He added that there were no adverse records against Sajid Akram during his stay in India prior to his departure.
Family members, police said, have stated they had no knowledge of any radical mindset or developments that could have led to the incident in Australia.
Cooperation with central agencies
Telangana Police said they remain committed to cooperating with central agencies and international counterparts if required as investigations continue overseas.
Officials urged the public to avoid speculation and reiterated that local residents or relatives should not be subjected to blame or harassment for acts committed abroad.