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NDTV
26-05-2025
- NDTV
Punjab Police Arrests 4 In Akali Dal Councillor's Murder
Amritsar: In a significant breakthrough, the Amritsar Commissionerate Police has dismantled an organised crime network linked to the foreign-based Kishan Gang, arresting four operatives within 8 hours. The arrests were made in connection with the murder of Municipal Councilor Harjinder Singh Bahman. "In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police dismantles an organised crime network linked to the foreign-based Kishan Gang. Within 8 hours, four gang operatives were arrested, leading to the swift resolution of the Murder Case of Harjinder Singh Bahman. During a chase near Fatahpur, accused Gurpreet Singh opened fire on the police party. In self-defence, SHO Chheharta retaliated with his service weapon, injuring Gopi in the right leg. The accused was immediately shifted to Civil Hospital, Amritsar, for medical care and is currently under treatment", said the DGP Punjab Police. During a chase near Fatahpur, one of the accused, Gopi Singh, opened fire on the police party. In self-defence, SHO Chheharta retaliated, injuring Gopi in the right leg. The accused was immediately shifted to the Civil Hospital, Amritsar, for medical care. One Glock 9mm pistol was recovered from the accused. Earlier, the shooting incident in Jandiala Guru, where Municipal Councilor Harjinder Singh was killed in broad daylight, sent shock waves in the local community, One of the witnesses claims to have seen the incident and describes the perpetrators as motorcyclists who opened fire on the victim and his family members. The witness stated," There were five to six individuals involved in the shooting. The motive behind the attack is unclear, but the witness mentions that the perpetrators had previously threatened the victim". Investigations are underway to identify additional associates and map backwards and forward linkages of the gang. The Punjab Police remains committed to dismantling organised crime networks and ensuring public safety. This operation marks a crucial step in the ongoing crackdown on inter-gang rivalry and organised crime.
The Hindu
26-05-2025
- The Hindu
Akali councillor murder case: Four persons arrested
'Four persons have been arrested in connection with the murder of an Akali councillor in Amritsar,' a top Punjab Police officer said on Monday (May 26, 2025). 'One of the accused sustained a bullet injury in retaliatory action after he allegedly opened fire at a police team,' the officer said. Harjinder Singh, Shiromani Akali Dal councillor of Ward No. 2 under the Jandiala Assembly constituency, was shot dead on Sunday (May 25, 2025). "In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police dismantles an organized crime network linked to the foreign-based Kishan Gang. Within 8 hours, four gang operatives were arrested, leading to the swift resolution of the Murder Case of Harjinder Singh @ Bahman (Municipal Councillor, Jandiala Guru)," Director General of Police Gauarv Yadav said in a post on X. In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police dismantles an organized crime network linked to the foreign-based Kishan Gang. Within 8 hours, four gang operatives were arrested, leading to the swift resolution of the Murder Case of Harjinder Singh @ Bahman (Municipal… — DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) May 26, 2025 'During a chase near Fatahpur, accused Gurpreet Singh @ Gopi opened fire on the police party. In self-defence, SHO Chheharta retaliated with his service weapon, injuring Gopi in the right leg,' Mr. Yadav said. 'The accused was immediately shifted to Civil Hospital, Amritsar,' he said, adding, a Glock 9mm pistol has been recovered from him. Police on Sunday (May 25, 2025) said three to four persons tried to intercept the councillor, who was on a bike, before firing bullets at him. Mr. Singh was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to injuries.
India Gazette
13-05-2025
- India Gazette
Punjab Police bust drug cartel linked to Turkey-based smuggler Navpreet Singh
Amritsar (Punjab) [India], May 13 (ANI): The Amritsar Commissionerate Police have busted a drug cartel linked to Turkey-based smuggler Navpreet Singh, also known as Nav Bhullar. 'Commissionerate Police Amritsar has received a very good success. Not only has a drug cartel been busted but the 'hawala' network has also been smashed. We have arrested three operatives- Gurdeep Singh, Pardeep Sharma & Mani Sharma,' Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar told ANI on Tuesday. The police have recovered Rs 84.02 lakh in cash, Rs 22 lakh in frozen bank accounts, 1.01 kg of heroin, a car, and a counting machine. 'Gurdeep was the main operator and was handling the local level drug trade of Turkey-based Nav 84.02 lakh in cash and Rs 22 lakh in frozen bank accounts have been recovered. We have recovered 1.01 kg of heroin, car and counting machine...' Commissioner Bhullar informed. According to the preliminary investigation, arrested operative Gurdeep was operating the local network on the directions of Nav Bhullar, who had provided him with a hideout and logistics at Amritsar. An FIR has been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS Act), and an investigation is underway to trace backward and forward linkages of the cartel. In an official post on X, Gaurav Yadav, the DGP of Punjab Police wrote, 'In a major crackdown on international narco-hawala cartel, Amritsar Commissionerate Police busts a drug cartel linked to #Turkey-based smuggler Navpreet Singh, Nav Bhullar and arrests his 3 operatives -- Gurdeep Singh, Pardeep Sharma & Mani Sharma. Recovery: 1.01 kg heroin, Rs1.06 crore hawala money(Rs84.02 lakh in cash & Rs22 lakh in frozen bank accounts), a cash counting machine & a car. Preliminary investigation reveals that Gurdeep was operating the local network on directions of Nav Bhullar, who had provided him a hideout and logistics at #Amritsar.' 'An FIR under the NDPS Act is registered and investigation is underway to trace backward and forward linkages of the cartel. Punjab Police remains committed to disrupting transnational narco-financial networks and bringing perpetrators to justice,' the social media post reads. Earlier, the Fazilka Police apprehended three drug smugglers and recovered 60,000 Tramadol (100mg) tablets -- a major haul of intoxicating pharmaceutical substances, said the DGP of Punjab. (ANI)
News18
12-05-2025
- News18
Major Drug Cartel With Turkish Links Busted By Punjab Police; Three Arrested
Last Updated: As per the initial investigation, Gurdeep was operating a local network on the directions of Nav Bhullar, who had provided him with a hideout and logistics in Amritsar. Punjab Police on Monday said they have busted a drug cartel linked to a Turkey-based smuggler and arrested three of its operatives. In a separate case, they have apprehended three other drug smugglers and recovered intoxicating pharmaceutical substances from them. In post on X, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said, "In a major crackdown on international narco-hawala cartel, Amritsar Commissionerate Police busted a drug cartel linked to Turkey-based smuggler Navpreet Singh alias Nav Bhullar and arrested his three operatives –� Gurdeep Singh alias Saab, Pardeep Sharma and Mani Sharma." He said 1.01 kg heroin, Rs 1.06 crore hawala money (Rs 84.02 lakh in cash and Rs 22 lakh in frozen bank accounts), a cash counting machine and a car were recovered from their possession. Preliminary investigation revealed that Gurdeep was operating a local network on directions of Nav Bhullar, who had provided him with a hideout and logistics in Amritsar, DGP Yadav said. He said an FIR has been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and investigation is underway to trace more links of the cartel. Giving details of the second case involving a pharma drug syndicate, the DGP said Fazilka Police have apprehended three drug smugglers and recovered 60,000 100 milligram Tramadol tablets from them, along with the vehicle used for their transportation. "An FIR under the NDPS Act has been registered at Jalalabad city police station. Further investigations are underway to trace backward and forward linkages to dismantle the pharma drug syndicate," he said. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) First Published: May 12, 2025, 18:24 IST
