Punjab Police have captured Mehfuj, also known as Vishal Khan, a known associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, in relation to a recent shooting in Dera Bassi. The arrest occurred on Saturday, January 25th, and is a big win for law enforcement working to reduce gang violence. During the arrest, officers found a .32 caliber pistol and five bullets, which connect him to the shooting incident.
The Anti-Gangster Task Force, a special team focused on organized crime in Punjab, carried out the arrest. After the shooting in Dera Bassi, police quickly identified Mehfuj as a key suspect. His connection to the Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar gang shows the ongoing battle that police face with organized criminal networks. According to Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, the arrest of Mehfuj by the Anti-Gangster Task Force is a significant breakthrough.
This arrest is part of a larger plan to break down the Bishnoi gang, which has been tied to many crimes throughout northern India. Finding the gun is important evidence for the investigation, and it may lead to additional arrests. Police are determined to stop these gangs from influencing communities.
The capture of Mehfuj shows the dedication of Punjab Police to maintaining law and order. The ongoing investigation aims to find any other people involved and further disrupt the criminal acts of the Bishnoi gang. This action makes it clear that law enforcement will pursue and hold accountable anyone involved in criminal behavior.