The NSW Government has announced a $100 000 reward for information leading to an arrest of a man wanted over a 2003 murder.
Basheeruddin Mohammed, 33, is wanted in relation to the death of 31-year-old Shoukat Mohammed.
About 10pm on 29 June 2003, Shoukat Mohammed’s body was found inside a sleeping bag in wheelie bin on James Street, Redfern.
The victim, Shoukat Mohammed, was drugged and assaulted before being strangled to death.
Police from Redfern Local Area Command conducted an extensive inquiry into the incident, and on 2 August 2003, they arrested a then 32-year-old man.
On 1 July 2005, the 32-year-old man was found guilty and sentenced to over 26 years in prison for his role in the murder.
Despite extensive inquiries, police have been unable to locate Basheeruddin Mohammed, who is believed to be in India, NSW Police say.
He is listed as one of the state’s ‘most wanted’ men and a reward for information leading to his arrest is being offered.
Detective Inspector Despa Fitzgerald, Crime Manager at Redfern Local Area Command, says it is important that Basheeruddin Mohammed is located as soon as possible.
"This was a brutal crime and it is in the public interest that we apprehend this man quickly.
"We’d urge anyone who is aware of his whereabouts, or has any information that could assist investigators, to contact Crime Stopers.
