The house of the Bondi Bach terror suspect Sajid’s elder brother in Hyderabad's Tolichowki is locked. (Image: News18)
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News1819-12-2025, 10:21

Hyderabad Neighbourhood Silent on Sydney Attacker Sajid Akram's Link

  • Hyderabad's Al Hasnath Colony residents are silent and fearful after news of Sydney attacker Sajid Akram's roots in their locality.
  • Sajid Akram, identified as a Bondi Beach terror suspect, has family (elder brother, mother) living in a now-locked house in Tolichowki.
  • Neighbours describe the Akram family as conservative and reserved, largely keeping to themselves, and express shock and disbelief.
  • Sajid Akram migrated to Australia in 1998, had limited contact with his Hyderabad family, and visited India rarely.
  • Telangana Police are cooperating with authorities; family members deny knowledge of Sajid's radical mindset.

Why It Matters: Hyderabad neighbourhood grapples with shock and silence over Sydney attacker Sajid Akram's local ties.

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