A black Mahindra Scorpio loaded with masked plates arrived at businessman Vishal Beri's house in Gurgaon, unleashing a hail of bullets. Police intervened within minutes, ending a 40‑minute shootout that claimed four gang members linked to a London‑operated extortion ring.

Key Takeaways

  • London‑based Deepak Nandal gang launched a deadly attack in Gurgaon
  • Police neutralised four suspects during a 40‑minute gun battle
  • Significant weapons cache recovered; extensive forensic investigation underway

At 9:50 p.m. on Thursday, a black Mahindra Scorpio – its number plates deliberately concealed with black tape – pulled up outside the two‑storey residence of businessman Vishal Beri in Gurgaon’s Sushant Lok. Five armed men emerged, opened indiscriminate fire on the house and nearby properties, while one of them filmed the assault on a mobile phone, allegedly under orders from his gangster boss.

Rapid Police Response and 40‑Minute Clash

The Gurgaon Crime Branch had already deployed surveillance teams around potential targets after receiving specific intelligence about an imminent shooting. Assistant Commissioner of Police (Crime) Naveen Sharma explained that pre‑deployed units cordoned the area and issued clear surrender warnings. When the suspects ignored the warnings and opened fire on the police perimeter, officers responded with long‑range weapons, sparking a fierce 40‑minute exchange of gunfire.

Three police personnel – Constables Manjeet Singh and Shamsher Singh, and Assistant Sub‑Inspector Sunil Kumar – sustained bullet injuries. Four of the five gunmen succumbed to their wounds; the fifth remains in critical condition at a local hospital.

Profiles of the Alleged Shooters

The deceased shooters were identified as part of a network largely hailing from Rohtak, the hometown of gang leader Deepak Nandal. Nitin (Rohtak) had prior cases for attempted murder and illegal weapons possession. Aryan and Ankit are currently under detailed background checks. Deepa (alias Sandeep) from Fatehabad carries 14 serious FIRs, including offenses under the Arms Act and NDPS Act. The surviving shooter, Shivam (Nuh), is being treated in intensive care.

Seized Arsenal and Ongoing Investigation

Police recovered a cache comprising five modern pistols, more than 50 empty shell casings, several live cartridges, and the black Scorpio used in the crime. Standard protocol dictated immediate notification of senior officials, deployment of Scene‑of‑Crime teams, Forensic Science Laboratory experts, and ballistic analysts, all under the supervision of an Executive Magistrate.

An FIR lodged at DLF police station cites violations under the Arms Act, as well as multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita covering attempted murder, organized crime, assault on public servants, and obstruction of law enforcement.

Policy Implications and Public Assurance

Gurgaon Police reiterated its “zero‑tolerance” stance, emphasizing that decisive action against organized crime, extortion rings, and illegal arms smuggling will continue unabated. The incident not only reassures the local business community of enhanced security but also signals a warning to transnational criminal networks seeking footholds in India.