'Most-wanted gangster' Amritpal arrested at Moldova border
What's the story
Amritpal Singh, also known as Amrit Dalam, a notorious gangster associated with the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang, has been arrested at the Moldova border. According to a report by PTI, the arrest was made on the basis of an Interpol Red Notice issued at the request of Punjab Police in coordination with central agencies. Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav confirmed that Singh is wanted in several serious criminal cases in Punjab and was evading arrest abroad for a long time.
Extradition process
Legal and diplomatic processes underway for Singh's deportation
Following his detention, legal and diplomatic processes are now underway to extradite or deport Singh back to India. This will allow him to face the law for his alleged crimes. The Overseas Fugitive Tracking Cell (OFTEC) of Punjab Police is also reportedly on the lookout for 61 other fugitive gangsters who are believed to be hiding in different countries around the world.
Global collaboration
Significant breakthrough in Punjab Police's international coordination efforts
The successful detention of Singh comes as a breakthrough in the Punjab Police's international coordination and follow-up efforts with global law enforcement agencies. "Amrit Dalam's detention marks a significant step in our ongoing efforts to track and bring back offenders evading justice overseas," DGP Yadav was quoted as saying. The police have been working tirelessly to trace and bring back criminals who have fled abroad to escape prosecution.