Punekar News Exclusive: Pune Jeweller Receives Extortion Demand from Lawrence Bishnoi Gang
Reported by Tikam Shekhawat
Pune, 19th October 2024: A well-known jeweller in Pune has reportedly received an extortion demand worth crores allegedly from notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. While the jeweller’s identity is being kept confidential, sources reveal that they are a nationally recognized figure. Pune Police have confirmed to Punekar News that they are working to trace the email sender, who claimed to be Lawrence Bishnoi.
The Pune Police Crime Branch has formed multiple teams to investigate the matter. Although officers have suggested the possibility that this could be a hoax, a prank, or a case of cyber fraud, recent events have heightened fear. The murder of former minister Baba Siddiqui, reportedly by members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, has already caused alarm, and this latest threat only adds to the tension.
Pune Police have assured Punekar News that the investigation is ongoing and more information will be provided as the case develops.
Who is Lawrence Bishnoi?
Lawrence Bishnoi, an Indian gangster born in 1993, has been incarcerated since 2015 and faces multiple charges, including murder and extortion, which he denies. His gang, reportedly comprising over 700 members, is involved in criminal activities across India. Notable crimes linked to his gang include the 2022 murder of singer Sidhu Moose Wala, a crime claimed by his associate Goldy Brar. Bishnoi is also alleged to have issued threats to actor Salman Khan over the Blackbuck poaching case. More recently, his gang has been linked to high-profile murders, including those of Khalistani separatist Sukhdool Singh and former minister Baba Siddiqui.
