Ludhiana: In a major breakthrough against organised crime, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) Punjab, in a joint operation with the Ludhiana Commissionerate Police, arrested two alleged associates linked to a gangster network and recovered a Glock 9mm pistol along with 20 live cartridges.
In a major breakthrough, Anti-Gangster Task Force (#AGTF) Punjab, in a joint operation with Commissionerate Police, Ludhiana, apprehends two associates linked to a gangster network and recovers one Glock 9mm pistol along with 20 live cartridges.
Preliminary investigation reveals that the accused were in contact with foreign-based handlers and had been assigned a target in the Chandigarh/Mohali area to carry out firing in connection with extortion. Their timely arrest prevented the planned firing incident.
An FIR has been registered at PS Division No. 08, Ludhiana. Further investigation is underway.
@PunjabPoliceInd remains firmly committed to dismantling gangster networks, disrupting organised crime, and ensuring peace, security and safety across #Punjab.
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Foreign-Based Handlers, Chandigarh-Mohali Target Under Probe
According to preliminary investigation, the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers and had been assigned a target in the Chandigarh-Mohali area. The suspects were allegedly tasked with carrying out firing in connection with an extortion-related operation.
Planned Firing Incident Prevented
Police said the timely arrest of the two accused prevented the planned firing incident. An FIR has been registered at Police Station Division No. 08, Ludhiana, and further investigation is underway to establish the wider network and identify other individuals involved.
Punjab Police Steps Up Crackdown on Gangster Networks
The Punjab Police said it remains committed to dismantling gangster networks, disrupting organised crime and maintaining peace, security and safety across Punjab.