Hyderabad cop suspended over sexual exploitation, blackmail allegations
Synopsis
A Hyderabad police officer posted at one of the city's high-profile stations has been suspended after a woman alleged years of sexual exploitation, a forced abortion, and a ₹2 crore blackmail demand. The case also raises questions about corrupt postings — the officer allegedly paid ₹25 lakh to secure the Jubilee Hills SHO role just four months ago.
Key Takeaways
Srinivasulu Reddy of Jubilee Hills Police Station, Hyderabad , was suspended on Tuesday night by Police Commissioner V.C.
A 31-year-old woman from Sangareddy district alleged sexual assault, forced abortion, physical assault, and blackmail dating back to 2021 .
The officer allegedly threatened to release personal videos and demanded ₹2 crore ; the woman claims she paid several thousands of rupees on various occasions.
The woman also alleged Reddy paid ₹25 lakh to secure his posting as Jubilee Hills SHO — a charge that raises broader corruption concerns.
Reddy denied all allegations, reportedly claiming the woman threatened and extorted him.
A departmental inquiry is underway; police are expected to record statements from both parties.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar suspended Station House Officer (SHO) U. Srinivasulu Reddy of Jubilee Hills Police Station on Tuesday night following allegations by a 31-year-old woman from Sangareddy district that the officer sexually exploited her, forced her to undergo an abortion, and blackmailed her with personal videos while demanding ₹2 crore. The suspension order was issued pending a departmental inquiry, after the officer was first moved to the Vacancy Reserve following a preliminary investigation.
What the Complainant Alleged
The woman alleged that her ordeal began in 2021, when she approached Ameenpur police station over a family dispute. Srinivasulu Reddy was then serving as an inspector there and allegedly used the case as a pretext to contact her repeatedly, gradually pressuring her for sexual favours.
She alleged that he later summoned her to his residence in KPHB and, when she refused, threatened to arrive at her home. She claimed he subsequently sexually assaulted her at his residence, and that when she became pregnant, he took her to a hospital where she underwent an abortion. She also alleged physical assault on multiple occasions.
The woman further alleged that Srinivasulu Reddy threatened to release her personal videos unless she paid him. She claimed to have paid him several thousands of rupees on different occasions, and that he was additionally demanding ₹2 crore.
Complaint Filed with DGP
The complainant approached Director General of Police (DGP) C.V. Anand directly with her allegations. Following her complaint, the officer was placed in the Vacancy Reserve pending a preliminary inquiry. Commissioner Sajjanar subsequently ordered the formal suspension, with a departmental inquiry to follow.
Notably, Srinivasulu Reddy had been posted as SHO of Jubilee Hills only four months prior to his suspension. The woman also alleged that he had paid ₹25 lakh to secure that posting — a charge that, if verified, would point to deeper systemic concerns within the department.
Officer Denies the Allegations
Srinivasulu Reddy has denied all the charges. He reportedly told senior officials that it was the woman who had threatened and extorted money from him — a counter-narrative that investigators will need to examine as part of the inquiry.
What Happens Next
Police are expected to record statements from both the suspended officer and the complainant as the investigation progresses. The case will now move through a formal departmental inquiry process, with the possibility of criminal proceedings depending on what the investigation establishes. The allegations, spanning alleged sexual assault, coercion, blackmail, and corruption in postings, make this one of the more serious misconduct cases to surface in the Hyderabad Police in recent months.
Point of View
Not used to dilute the inquiry. Perhaps most consequential is the allegation that the officer paid ₹25 lakh for the Jubilee Hills posting — if substantiated, it points to a transactional culture in police transfers that goes well beyond one individual. The departmental inquiry must address both the conduct allegations and the posting corruption charge with equal seriousness.
NationPress
29 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the Jubilee Hills SHO in Hyderabad suspended?
Station House Officer U. Srinivasulu Reddy was suspended after a 31-year-old woman from Sangareddy district alleged that he sexually exploited her, forced her to undergo an abortion, physically assaulted her, and blackmailed her by threatening to release personal videos while demanding ₹2 crore. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar issued the suspension order pending a departmental inquiry.
When did the alleged incidents begin?
The alleged abuse reportedly began in 2021, when the woman first approached Ameenpur police station over a family dispute and Srinivasulu Reddy was serving as an inspector there. She alleged he used the case as an opportunity to contact her and gradually demanded sexual favours.
What did the suspended officer say in his defence?
Srinivasulu Reddy denied all the allegations. He reportedly told senior officials that the woman had threatened him and extorted money from him — a counter-claim that investigators are expected to examine as part of the ongoing inquiry.
What is the allegation about the ₹25 lakh posting payment?
The complainant alleged that Srinivasulu Reddy paid ₹25 lakh to secure his posting as SHO of Jubilee Hills Police Station, where he had been posted only four months before his suspension. This allegation, if proven, would indicate corruption in police transfer and posting processes.
What happens next in the case?
A formal departmental inquiry has been ordered by the Hyderabad Police Commissioner. Investigators are expected to record statements from both the suspended officer and the complainant. Criminal proceedings could follow depending on what the inquiry establishes.
