The special investigation team of Batala police has cracked the recent spate of extortion and firing incidents in the city, including a high-profile attack on a fashion store, by arresting five associates of notorious gangster Aman Anda. The arrests were made on Saturday, bringing a swift resolution to five separate cases that had unsettled local businessmen and residents.
Arrests and Charges
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr. Mehtab Singh confirmed that the arrested individuals are Malkeet Singh, alias Billa, Ravi Singh, Shubham, Baldev Singh, alias Karan, and Kazan. All five are alleged associates of Aman Anda, a gangster based in Germany who is believed to be the mastermind behind a series of extortion demands and violent attacks in Batala. “With the arrest of these extortionists, all five cases that took place recently in the city have been solved,” the SSP stated.
Details of the Extortion and Firing Incidents
According to police officials, Amanpreet Singh, also known as Aman Anda, has been operating from Germany and recruiting local youth and shooters to carry out his criminal activities. He recently made extortion calls demanding Rs 10 lakh from Varinder Singh, the owner of a fashion store in Batala. When the victim approached the police, Anda’s shooters retaliated by firing six rounds of bullets at the victim’s house. This incident was one of five similar cases that had been reported in the city over the past few weeks, targeting businessmen and restaurant owners.
Police Investigation and Community Impact
The Batala police formed a special team to tackle the rising extortion cases, which had created an atmosphere of fear among local entrepreneurs. The swift arrests have been welcomed by the business community, who had been living under the threat of further violence. SSP Dr. Mehtab Singh emphasized that the police are committed to maintaining law and order and will continue to crack down on organized crime. “We will not allow gangsters to terrorize our citizens. The arrests send a clear message that such criminal acts will not be tolerated,” he added.
Background of the Gangster
Aman Anda is a known gangster with a history of involvement in extortion and violent crimes. Operating from Germany, he has been using his network to exert pressure on local businesses in Punjab. The police have been monitoring his activities and are coordinating with international agencies to bring him to justice. The arrest of his associates is seen as a significant blow to his operations in the region.
