Moldova extradites wanted Punjab gangster Amritpal Singh to India after Red Notice
The CBI and Punjab Police have successfully extradited wanted gangster Amritpal Singh from Moldova to India following an Interpol Red Notice. Singh, who was linked to the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang, faces multiple charges including murder and drug smuggling.
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This highlights the effectiveness of international law enforcement cooperation in tracking and returning fugitives to face justice in India.
NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with the ministry of external affairs (MEA), ministry of home affairs (MHA) and Punjab Police, has secured the extradition of Red Notice subject Amritpal Singh alias Gurpal Singh from Moldova to India, the agency said.Singh is wanted in multiple serious criminal cases in Punjab, including double murder using firearms and offences under the Arms Act and NDPS Act. His criminal antecedents also include cases related to forgery, cheating, use of forged documents and violations of the Passport Act, according to the CBI.Arrest in Moldova after Interpol Red NoticeThe extradition followed a request from Punjab Police, after which the CBI secured an Interpol Red Notice against Singh.
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