Amritpal Singh a most-wanted gangster from Punjab detained at Moldova
Punjab’s Most Wanted Gangster Amritpal Singh Arrested in Moldova
In a significant law enforcement success, Amritpal Singh, Punjab’s most wanted gangster, has been apprehended in Moldova, a European nation. This arrest follows an extensive international hunt by Indian agencies, including Punjab Police, the Ministry of External Affairs, and CBI. An Interpol Red Corner Notice, issued at their request, was crucial. Omni 360 News reports.
Singh, from Dalem Nangal village in Batala, Punjab, led the infamous Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang. His criminal record in India is extensive, covering murder, extortion, and drug trafficking. After these crimes, he fled using a fake passport. From abroad, he allegedly continued extorting money from businessmen, hoping to evade justice.
To track overseas criminals, Punjab Police formed the Overseas Fugitive Tracking & Extradition Cell (OFTEC). This unit tracked Singh. Their surveillance, combined with the Interpol notice, led to his detention by Moldova Police at the border. He is in Moldovan custody, with extradition underway to bring him back to India for proceedings.
Punjab Director General of Police, Gaurav Yadav, confirmed the arrest via X, highlighting it as a vital achievement in repatriating criminals who bypass Indian justice. Singh’s return ensures accountability for his actions.
Key Takeaways:
- Amritpal Singh, Punjab’s most wanted gangster, arrested in Moldova.
- Interpol Red Corner Notice, requested by Indian agencies, was pivotal.
- Singh led the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang; faces charges like murder, extortion, drug trafficking.
- Punjab Police’s OFTEC unit crucial in tracking him.
- Extradition process underway to bring him to India for trial.