In a significant crackdown on organized crime, the Punjab Police have arrested two more accomplices of the notorious gangster Happy Singh. The arrests were made during a coordinated operation in the Amritsar district, leading to the recovery of illegal pistols and ammunition.
Details of the Arrest
The police intercepted the suspects based on specific intelligence inputs. The accused have been identified as Harpreet Singh and Gurpreet Singh, both residents of Amritsar. They were found in possession of two country-made pistols and several live cartridges. Preliminary investigations suggest that they were planning to execute a criminal act on behalf of Happy Singh's gang.
Police Operation
The operation was led by the Amritsar Police under the supervision of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Naunihal Singh. The police team set up a checkpoint near the outskirts of the city and apprehended the duo while they were traveling on a motorcycle. The weapons were concealed in their clothing.
SSP Naunihal Singh stated, “This is a major success in our ongoing efforts to dismantle the Happy Singh gang. We have been tracking their activities and will continue to take strict action against any individuals involved in criminal activities.”
Background of Happy Singh
Happy Singh is a known gangster with a criminal record spanning several years. He is currently lodged in a high-security prison and is wanted in multiple cases of extortion, murder, and arms smuggling. His gang has been involved in numerous violent incidents in the region.
Legal Proceedings
The arrested accomplices have been booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act. They will be produced before a local court, and the police will seek their remand for further interrogation. The police are also investigating their links to other criminal activities.
The crackdown comes as part of a larger initiative by the Punjab Police to curb the influence of organized crime in the state. Citizens have been urged to report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
