Swift CCTV analysis and coordinated efforts lead to child’s safe reunion with parents
Hyderabad, November 23, 2025 – Golconda Police successfully rescued a 4-year-old girl who was kidnapped and apprehended two accused persons within 24 hours of receiving the complaint, demonstrating swift and effective police work.
The Incident
On November 21, 2025, at 18:00 hours, Golconda Police received a written petition from Smt. Nuzath Fatima, a resident of Kancha, reporting that her 4-year-old daughter Safiya Begum went missing after visiting her grandmother’s house.
Despite extensive local search efforts by the family and neighbors, the child could not be traced. Based on the complaint, a case was registered as Cr. No.298/2025 U/s 139(1) BNSS at Golconda Police Station.
Swift Police Action
Immediately upon receiving the complaint, special teams were formed and police rushed to the reported area. Officers began examining CCTV cameras along the route, which proved crucial to cracking the case.
Through CCTV footage analysis, police identified one suspect wearing a burkha kidnapping the minor girl with the assistance of an auto driver.
CCTV Analysis Leads to Breakthrough
Through continuous and meticulous CCTV analysis, the auto was identified as TS 15 U 3**. Using this crucial lead, police traced and apprehended both accused persons within 24 hours of the complaint.
Accused Persons
- Salma Begum @ Samreen Begum
- Age: 22 years
- Occupation: Housekeeping worker
- Residence: Asif Nagar
- Mohammed Faiyaz
- Age: 24 years
- Occupation: Auto driver
- Residence: Hakeempet, Tolichowki
Modus Operandi
The investigation revealed a disturbing motive behind the kidnapping. The accused, previously husband and wife, planned to kidnap a child to falsely project her as their own after reuniting.
According to police, the family of accused Faiyaz did not approve of their relationship. To overcome this obstacle and present themselves as parents, the couple hatched a conspiracy to abduct a child.
As part of this plan, both accused abducted the 4-year-old girl from Saleh Nagar Kancha and kept her at the residence of the second accused (Mohammed Faiyaz).
Seized Property
Police recovered the following items:
- Clothes of the missing girl
- Auto rickshaw TS 15 U 3**
- Two mobile phones
Child Safely Reunited
Due to swift and coordinated efforts, Golconda Police successfully traced the child and safely reunited her with her parents, bringing immense relief to the family and the community.
Police Team
The arrest was carried out by:
- SI K. Ramu Naidu
- DSI Anjaneyulu
- Support staff
Under the guidance of:
- P. Saidulu, Inspector of Police, Golconda
Under the supervision of:
- Sri Syed Fiaz, ACP Tolichowki Division, Southwest Zone
- Sri Krishna Goud, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Southwest Zone, Hyderabad
Community Impact
The swift resolution of this case has been widely appreciated by the local community. The 24-hour turnaround time from complaint to rescue demonstrates the effectiveness of modern policing techniques, particularly the use of CCTV surveillance and coordinated team efforts.
Parents and residents of the area have expressed relief and gratitude to the Golconda Police for their prompt and professional handling of the case, which ensured the safe return of the child without harm.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of CCTV infrastructure in urban areas and the critical role it plays in solving crimes quickly and efficiently.
