Masked attackers fire at Dubai-based trader's Delhi home; Bishnoi, Godara gang links under lens
Masked gunmen fired shots at the residence of a Dubai-based businessman in Delhi, with the Rohit Godara gang claiming responsibility via social media. Police are investigating the incident as a potential extortion attempt and exploring links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the resurgence of organized crime and gang-related intimidation tactics targeting high-profile individuals in India.
New Delhi Two motorcycle-borne men opened fire outside the house of a Dubai-based businessman in northwest Delhi's Lok Vihar in the early hours of Wednesday (October 28, 2026), with police probing a possible gang link. A viral audio recording circulating on social media has claimed responsibility for the firing on behalf of the Rohit Godara gang, describing it as a warning to the businessman. Six rounds were fired around 5 a.m. in A-Block of Lok Vihar, targeting the residence of Sahil Jain, alias Google. The bullets struck a car parked outside and a house opposite the spot. No injuries were reported, police said. Tiger Shroff shooting: Is Lawrence Bishnoi the new Bollywood don? | Insight India Tiger Shroff shooting: Is Lawrence Bishnoi the new Bollywood don?
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