Police in Kolkata have taken action following serious allegations from a local developer. The Chitpore police station registered a formal case this week. The complaint centers on criminal trespass, extortion, and intimidation at a construction site on BT Road in north Kolkata.
Developer Details Harassment Campaign
The developer filed a detailed complaint with the authorities. He stated that a group of men repeatedly entered his construction premises. These individuals were often in an intoxicated state, according to the report. They directly threatened the workers on site. Their core demand was clear: a ten percent share of the project's total profits.
Allegations of Assault and Threats
The situation escalated when the illegal demands were not met. The developer alleged that his workers were physically assaulted. This violence reportedly occurred because the group did not get the money they wanted.
The complaint names specific individuals. Vikas Mishra is identified as a key accused. His aides are named as Shekhar Singh, who also goes by Gullu, and Anand Mohan Mishra, alias Vicky. The police are now investigating their involvement.
Forced Entry and Missing Materials
The incident dates back to January 8th. On that day, the accused group allegedly forced their way into the site. They entered both the site office and the main construction area. This area falls under the jurisdiction of the Chitpore police station in ward number 3.
Further troubles emerged after the initial trespass. The developer reported that construction materials and equipment began disappearing from the site. The value and specifics of the missing items are part of the ongoing police inquiry.
Escalation of Demands
The harassment did not stop. On January 12th, the accused issued another warning. They allegedly told the developer that construction materials would be blocked from entering the site. This blockade would continue, they said, unless a "huge sum of money" was paid to them.
This series of events prompted the developer to approach the Chitpore police formally. The case has been registered under relevant sections of the law for criminal trespass, extortion, and intimidation. Authorities are now gathering evidence and statements to proceed with the investigation.
Local residents and business owners in the BT Road area are watching the case closely. Incidents like these raise concerns about safety and security for ongoing development projects in the city.
