In a dramatic international operation that reads like a crime thriller, the Delhi Police Special Cell has apprehended notorious gangster Sunil Sardhania, ending his globe-trotting escapade across 15 countries using the infamous 'donkey route' - a complex network of illegal migration paths.
The International Manhunt
Sunil Sardhania, a wanted criminal with multiple serious cases against him in Delhi, had been evading authorities through an elaborate international journey that spanned continents. His arrest marks a significant victory for Indian law enforcement agencies who had been tracking his movements across international borders.
What is the 'Donkey Route'?
The 'donkey route' refers to an intricate web of illegal migration pathways used by individuals to cross international borders through multiple countries, often using forged documents, human smugglers, and circuitous travel routes. Sardhania allegedly mastered this method to hop between nations, staying one step ahead of law enforcement.
Operation Breakdown
According to police sources, Sardhania's international journey involved:
- Travel through multiple Asian and European countries
- Use of forged travel documents and identities
- Coordination with international human smuggling networks
- Frequent movement to avoid establishing patterns
- Exploitation of visa-free travel agreements between certain nations
Police Investigation Breakthrough
The breakthrough came when Delhi Police's Special Cell, working in coordination with international agencies including Interpol, managed to track Sardhania's digital footprint and financial transactions. After months of surveillance and intelligence gathering, authorities finally closed in on the gangster, bringing his international run to an end.
Criminal Background
Sunil Sardhania was wanted in several serious criminal cases in Delhi, including:
- Attempted murder charges
- Extortion cases
- Organized crime activities
- Multiple FIRs across Delhi police stations
The arrest demonstrates the increasing sophistication of Indian law enforcement in tackling international criminal networks and highlights the challenges posed by globalized crime in the modern era.
