Gangster Associate Arrested in ₹2 Crore Extortion Case in New Delhi
Key Nandu gang member held in ₹2 crore extortion case
Hindustan Times
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Kaptan, a key member of the Nandu gang led by gangster Kapil Sangwan, was arrested in New Delhi for his involvement in a ₹2 crore extortion case. He had been evading capture for over a year and played a significant role in the conspiracy, including supplying illegal arms.
- 01Kaptan, 33, was arrested after evading police for over a year.
- 02The extortion case involves a demand of ₹2 crore from a Delhi resident.
- 03Kaptan supplied illegal arms and facilitated plans for a violent attack.
- 04He has a criminal history of over a decade, including multiple serious offenses.
- 05Police are investigating his connections to other gang members and pending cases.
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Kaptan, alias Tanna, a 33-year-old associate of gangster Kapil Sangwan, was arrested in New Delhi in connection with a ₹2 crore extortion case. He had been on the run for over a year. The extortion attempt involved Sangwan allegedly demanding money from a Delhi resident, who was subsequently threatened with violence. Kaptan played a crucial role by supplying illegal arms and planning an attack on the victim's home. His arrest followed a police tip-off regarding his location in Deenpur. Kaptan has a long criminal history, with involvement in around 10 serious cases, including murder and robbery, since starting his criminal activities in 2012. Further investigations are ongoing to identify other gang associates and the illegal arms supply chain linked to the Nandu gang.
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The arrest of Kaptan may lead to a reduction in extortion and violent crime in New Delhi, affecting residents' safety.
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