Bhagwant Mann: In a significant crackdown on organized crime, Punjab Police has busted an inter-state illegal arms supply module, arresting four accused and recovering 10 sophisticated self-loading firearms. The operation marks a major breakthrough in curbing the flow of illegal weapons into the state.
According to the office of DGP Punjab Police, preliminary investigations have revealed that the accused were procuring country-made weapons from Bihar and supplying them across Punjab for use in criminal activities.
Bhagwant Mann: Gang Rivalry Angle Emerges
Further probe has indicated that the illegal arms were intended to be used in an ongoing gang rivalry. Police sources suggest that the accused were planning to target a rival criminal linked to the Goldy Dhillon network in an attempt to establish dominance in the region.
Investigation Underway
A case has been registered, and authorities have launched a detailed investigation to trace both backward and forward linkages of the network. Efforts are underway to identify suppliers, financiers, and other associates involved in the racket to completely dismantle the module.
Zero-Tolerance Policy Reiterated
Reaffirming its commitment, Punjab Police stated that it continues to follow a strict zero-tolerance policy against illegal arms trafficking and organized crime. The department emphasized that such operations are part of its ongoing efforts to maintain law and order and ensure public safety across the state.
The latest action highlights intensified policing measures aimed at breaking criminal supply chains and preventing potential violent incidents in Punjab.
