Vadodara Police Arrests Punjab Shooting Suspect Linked to Jeevan Fauji Gang in Germany
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Synopsis
On January 30, Vadodara police arrested Sunil, a suspect from the Jeevan Fauji Gang, wanted for an extortion-related shooting in Punjab. His capture sheds light on organized crime operations linked to Germany.
Key Takeaways
- Sunil, alias Labbha, was arrested in Vadodara.
- He is wanted for a shooting incident in Punjab.
- The Jeevan Fauji Gang operates internationally from Germany.
- Sunil was employed as a security guard to evade arrest.
- Authorities are investigating his drug connections in Vadodara.
Vadodara (Gujarat), January 30 (NationPress) A suspect from the notorious Jeevan Fauji Gang, which operates internationally, has been captured in Gujarat's Vadodara. This individual was wanted in connection to an extortion-related shooting that took place in the Punjab region, specifically in Dera Baba Nanak, on January 13.
The Local Crime Branch (LCB) and the Absconding Squad (Zone 2) of the Vadodara police successfully apprehended the suspect, known as Sunil, alias Labbha, at the Inorbit Mall, where he had taken a position as a security guard just two days prior.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Zone 2, Abhay Soni, reported that Sunil had been evading authorities for eight days before reaching Vadodara on January 22.
Sunil’s associate, Bobby, who had already been working as a security supervisor in the city, assisted him in obtaining employment at the mall to escape law enforcement.
Officials have verified that the Jeevan Fauji Gang, based in Germany, is involved in organized crime, including extortion and violent acts. Sunil's capture is anticipated to yield significant information about the gang's operations within India.
Moreover, investigators have discovered that Sunil struggles with drug addiction, though specifics regarding his drug supply network in Vadodara are currently unclear.
The police are diligently investigating his local connections and the scope of the gang's activities in the area, with additional information pending.
In terms of crime statistics in Gujarat, the state saw 959 murders, nearly 13,000 thefts, 610 rapes, and 1,846 cases of kidnapping in 2022. These statistics indicate an uptick in certain criminal activities compared to prior years.
For example, theft incidents rose from 9,435 cases in 2020-21 to 16,563 in 2022-23.
Similarly, murders slightly increased from 934 to 955 during the same timeframe.
On the other hand, offenses against women have shown a downward trend, with reported cases decreasing from 8,799 in 2019 to 8,028 in 2020, and further down to 7,664 in 2021.
