International Gangster Network Busted by Delhi Police
The Delhi Police has successfully arrested alleged gangster Harsimran following his deportation from Thailand in a major international operation. The 38-year-old criminal, who hails from East Shalimar Bagh, was attempting to establish himself as an international gangster operating from Europe and the United States.
Criminal History and Fake Identity
Harsimran, who also goes by aliases Badal and Simran, left India in January using a fake passport under the fictitious identity of Rajesh Singh from Gorakhpur. According to police records, he is involved in 23 criminal cases including extortion, murder, attempt to murder, and violations of the Arms Act.
The notorious gangster had stopped appearing in trial courts for 14 ongoing cases after securing bail, demonstrating his pattern of evading the Indian judicial system. His criminal activities date back to his teenage years in Delhi, where he trained as a wrestler at various akharas and came into contact with hardened criminals.
International Manhunt and Capture
The investigation that led to Harsimran's capture began in November last year when the Special Cell arrested Mahender Singh with illegal arms and ammunition. During interrogation, Singh revealed that the weapons had been sourced from Harsimran, triggering a wider investigation into his activities.
Harsimran's international journey involved multiple countries. He initially flew from Lucknow to Bangkok, then moved to Dubai attempting to reach the USA. In Dubai, he met someone known as Kabootarbaaz at the direction of Goldy Dhillon - the alleged mastermind behind shootings at comedian Kapil Sharma's cafe in Canada.
His attempts to enter Europe through the Belarus-Latvia-Poland route failed when he was apprehended and deported back to Dubai. When his business visa was about to expire, he returned to Bangkok for extension, where he was finally detained with the cooperation of Thai authorities and central agencies.
Ongoing Investigations and Additional Charges
Police have registered another case against Harsimran for allegedly threatening a witness in one of his cases after leaving India and demanding Rs 50 lakh as protection money. His passport was subsequently revoked by the Ministry of External Affairs, and a Lookout Circular was issued.
Harsimran has been arrested under Sections 318, 339, and 340(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Arms Act at the Special Cell. Officials confirmed that further investigation into his criminal network and overseas links is currently underway.
The coordinated effort between Delhi Police, central intelligence units, and foreign authorities highlights the increasing global cooperation in tackling international organized crime networks operating from Indian soil.
