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Punjab Police arrest two Lawrence Bishnoi Gang operatives

Chandigarh, Aug 14 (UNI) In a significant operation, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) of Punjab Police apprehended two key operatives of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang on the Patiala-Ambala Highway near Village Shambhu, officials confirmed today.
Initial investigations indicate the suspects, who have a history of over 15 heinous crimes across Punjab, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Gujarat, had fled to Nepal after committing a murder.
Acting on instructions from foreign-based handlers, they returned to Punjab to orchestrate a high-profile crime. The duo was also wanted in connection with the recent murder of Bharat Ratan, alias Vicky, in Fazilka.
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