The Delhi Police Crime Branch has apprehended 40-year-old Amarjeet alias Amar, allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi-Randeep Malik gang, in a high-profile ₹2 crore extortion case.

  • Delhi Police Crime Branch arrested Amarjeet alias Amar from Rani Bagh.
  • The accused is allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi and Randeep Malik gangs.
  • A demand for ₹2 crore was made via calls and messages, threatening the complainant.
  • The gang attempted to facilitate extortion through cryptocurrency payment links.

In a major crackdown on organized crime, the Delhi Police Crime Branch has arrested a 40-year-old man, identified as Amarjeet alias Amar, for his alleged involvement with the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi-Randeep Malik gang. The arrest took place in the Rani Bagh area following intensive technical and ground surveillance operations.

The investigation stems from a case registered in April at the Maurya Enclave police station. A complainant had reported receiving threatening calls and messages from an individual impersonating Randeep Malik, a known associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The perpetrator allegedly demanded a staggering ₹2 crore and issued death threats against the complainant and their family members.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the evolution of extortion tactics—moving from physical threats to cryptocurrency-based demands—represents a sophisticated shift in organized crime. By using digital assets, these gangs attempt to bypass traditional banking oversight, making the role of cyber-intelligence crucial for modern policing.

Special Commissioner of Police (Crime Branch) HGS Dhaliwal confirmed that Amarjeet had been absconding for months. Legal proceedings under Section 84 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) were initiated, and his attempt to secure interim bail from the Delhi High Court was recently dismissed by the court.

The transition to cryptocurrency for extortion marks a dangerous intersection between traditional gang violence and modern cybercrime.

During the operation on August 20, police teams tracked the accused to Multani Mohalla in Rani Bagh. Despite attempting to flee upon noticing the authorities, Amarjeet was chased down and apprehended. Investigations revealed that his role involved identifying potential targets for extortion and facilitating the digital payment process through specific links.

Amarjeet, a resident of Trinagar, has a criminal history involving the illicit liquor trade. He was previously employed in a mobile phone market in Karol Bagh before turning to organized crime and going underground after the extortion case was filed.

Historical Background

The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has become a significant security concern for Indian intelligence agencies due to its transnational reach and involvement in high-profile extortion and intimidation cases. The gang frequently utilizes digital communication and decentralized finance to move funds, complicating inter-state investigations.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How did the gang attempt to collect the extortion money?
The gang allegedly demanded the money be transferred via cryptocurrency using a provided payment link.

2. What was the accused's background?
The accused, Amarjeet, was previously involved in the illegal liquor trade and worked in the mobile phone market in Karol Bagh.

Did You Know?: Organized crime syndicates increasingly use encrypted messaging apps to coordinate extortion attempts globally.