extortions

the police investigated numerous reports of protection extortions in the business district.

the victims of the extortion scheme were small business owners struggling to survive.

they faced constant threats and demands for large sums of money in the form of extortions.

the gang's methods included intimidation and violent extortions to control the neighborhood.

the city council vowed to crack down on organized crime and eliminate all forms of extortions.

witnesses testified about the escalating cycle of violence and repeated extortions.

the investigation uncovered a complex network of bribery and protection extortions.

the local merchants reported suffering from crippling losses due to the extortion racket.

the police are trying to prevent future extortions by increasing patrols in vulnerable areas.

the court case highlighted the devastating impact of extortion on the community.

the businessman refused to pay the extortions and reported the crime to the authorities.