Punjab and Haryana police arrest two wanted gangsters in Angola, extradition process begins
PTC Web Desk: In a major breakthrough against organised crime, Punjab and Haryana police, with the support of central intelligence agencies, have arrested two wanted gangsters in the African nation of Angola.
The arrested accused have been identified as Varinder alias Joban Saidoke (also known as Virender alias Joban Sadhok) and Manjot. According to information, Varinder was wanted in connection with four high-profile murder cases in Punjab while Manjot was facing multiple criminal cases registered in Haryana.
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Police sources said the arrests were made around July 18 after weeks of intelligence gathering and coordination between Indian agencies and international authorities. The operation was carried out as part of efforts to trace and capture fugitives hiding outside the country.
Authorities have started the legal process to extradite both accused to India, where they will face trial in the cases registered against them.
Further legal proceedings will continue after the extradition process is completed.
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