NEW DELHI FEB 10: In a chilling escalation of gang violence in the national capital, the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the cold-blooded murder of a local businessman who was gunned down by unidentified assailants in the Bawana industrial area on Monday. The brazen attack, which unfolded after a high-speed chase through the bustling industrial hub, has sent shockwaves through the community and prompted a swift police response.
The victim, whose identity has not yet been officially disclosed pending family notification, was reportedly pursued by at least two assailants on a motorcycle before being shot multiple times at close range. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as the gunmen fired indiscriminately, fleeing the spot amid panicked workers and factory staff. The incident occurred late Monday evening, turning the typically busy industrial zone—home to numerous small-scale manufacturing units—into a crime scene under the glare of flashing police lights.
Just a day later, on Tuesday, February 10, the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, known for its involvement in high-profile extortion rackets, targeted killings, and a string of violent crimes across northern India, surfaced with a bold claim of responsibility. The gang posted a message on social media platforms, detailing the motive behind the killing—allegedly linked to unpaid extortion demands and business rivalries—and warning others of similar fates. Delhi Police have confirmed the post’s existence but emphasized that its authenticity is under rigorous verification.
Senior police officials revealed that multiple specialized teams, including crime branch units and cyber experts, have been mobilized to probe the claim. “We are leaving no stone unturned,” a police spokesperson stated. “Forensic teams are analyzing CCTV footage from the area, ballistics reports from the recovered shell casings are being processed, and digital footprints from the social media post are being traced. Raids are underway in known gang hideouts across Delhi-NCR and neighboring states.”
The Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate, led by the incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi from Sabarmati Jail in Gujarat, has a notorious reputation for orchestrating hits through a network of sharpshooters and online propaganda. The gang has previously claimed responsibility for sensational murders, including those of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala and other high-profile figures, often using social media to amplify their threats and instill fear. This latest claim raises concerns about the gang’s growing influence in Delhi’s underbelly, particularly in industrial areas vulnerable to extortion.
Local business associations have expressed alarm, urging enhanced security measures and round-the-clock patrols in Bawana and similar zones. As the investigation intensifies, authorities are appealing to the public for any leads, promising anonymity for tip-offs. The killing not only highlights the persistent threat of organized crime in urban India but also underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in combating tech-savvy gangs operating from behind bars.
Updates on the probe are expected soon, with police vowing to apprehend the perpetrators and dismantle the gang’s local operations.
