Punjab Firing Accused Linked to Germany-based: Here Are the Details
Sunil alias Labbha, a key member of the Germany-based Jeevan Fauji Gang, has been arrested by Vadodara police in connection with a firing incident in Punjab. Here's a detailed look at the case and ongoing investigations.
Vadodara: In a significant development, the Vadodara police have apprehended a key member of the notorious Jeevan Fauji Gang, a criminal syndicate based in Germany, in connection with a shooting incident in Punjab’s Dera Baba Nanak area on January 13.
The arrested individual, identified as Sunil alias Labbha, was wanted for his involvement in an extortion-related firing that left residents in fear.
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Sunil Alias Labbha Arrested in Vadodara
The accused, Sunil alias Labbha, had been on the run for over a week before being nabbed by the Local Crime Branch (LCB) and Absconding Squad (Zone 2) of Vadodara police. Labbha had been hiding in Gujarat since January 22 and had been working at a mall in Vadodara under an alias.
He had secured a job as a security guard at Inorbit Mall, a popular shopping center in the city, where he was attempting to evade law enforcement.
The police tracked him down after an intensive investigation, which led them to discover that Labbha’s associate, Bobby, who was already employed as a security supervisor in the city, had helped him land the job. This move was part of an effort to stay under the radar and avoid detection by authorities.
Jeevan Fauji Gang’s Involvement in Organized Crime
Sunil’s arrest is considered a major breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the operations of the Jeevan Fauji Gang, an international criminal syndicate with strong links to Germany. The gang is notorious for its involvement in extortion, drug trafficking, and violent offenses.
Sunil, along with other members of the gang, has been linked to several criminal activities across India, and his arrest is expected to provide crucial insights into the group’s operations in the country.
The Jeevan Fauji Gang has gained notoriety for its cross-border criminal activities, and Sunil’s arrest is seen as an opportunity to uncover further details about the gang’s illegal activities in India.
Authorities are now focusing on his local connections in Vadodara, and how the gang has expanded its network in the region.
Sunil’s Drug Addiction and Local Connections
In addition to his criminal activities, it has been revealed that Sunil is a drug addict. However, details surrounding his drug procurement network in Vadodara remain unclear at the moment.
The police are investigating his local connections and trying to determine whether he was involved in drug trafficking or if he was merely a consumer.
As authorities continue their probe into Sunil’s activities in Vadodara, they are also trying to uncover any links to other criminal elements operating in the region.
A Broader Look at Crime in Gujarat
Sunil’s arrest comes amid rising concerns over crime in Gujarat, particularly in relation to violent offenses and organized crime. According to recent crime data from the state, Gujarat witnessed 959 murders in 2022, a slight increase from the previous year’s figure of 934.
Additionally, the state recorded approximately 13,000 thefts in 2022, a significant rise compared to 9,435 thefts in 2020-21. These figures reflect a growing trend in certain criminal activities, with thefts seeing a marked increase from 9,435 cases in 2020-21 to 16,563 in 2022-23.
However, it is worth noting that crimes against women in Gujarat have shown a declining trend in recent years. Reported cases decreased from 8,799 in 2019 to 8,028 in 2020, and further dropped to 7,664 in 2021, indicating a positive shift in the safety of women in the state.
Implications of Sunil’s Arrest for Crime Prevention in Gujarat
The arrest of Sunil alias Labbha underscores the ongoing efforts by Gujarat’s law enforcement agencies to crack down on organized crime and criminal syndicates operating in the state.
Authorities are hopeful that this arrest will lead to more arrests within the Jeevan Fauji Gang and offer valuable intelligence on how international criminal networks operate within India.
As the investigation continues, Vadodara police are working to piece together the gang’s broader network and their involvement in various criminal enterprises, including extortion, drug trafficking, and violent offenses.
With Sunil’s arrest, investigators are now focusing on uncovering the full extent of the Jeevan Fauji Gang’s operations and ensuring that those involved are brought to justice.
