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Punjab Police have successfully arrested an international drug trafficker who was on the most-wanted list of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

 

The accused, identified as Shehnaz Singh, also known as Shawn Bhinder, was involved in smuggling cocaine from Colombia to the United States and Canada.

 

According to an official announcement by the Punjab Police, Singh was caught in a well-planned operation following the arrest of some of his associates in the United States.

 

Authorities had been tracking his movements after he fled to India to escape law enforcement agencies following a major crackdown on his drug syndicate.

 

Singh’s associates, who were arrested in the United States on 26 February, were identified as Amritpal ‘Amrit Bal’ Singh, Amritpal ‘Cheema’ Singh, Takdir Singh, also known as Romy, Sarbsit Singh, alias Sabi, and Fernando ‘Franco’ Valladares.

 

Their arrests led to a significant drug bust, during which US authorities seized 391 kg of methamphetamine, 109 kg of cocaine, and four firearms from their residences and vehicles.

 

The Punjab Police’s Director General of Police (DGP) shared details of the operation on social media, stating that Singh was a key figure in a global narcotics network.

 

His role in smuggling cocaine from Colombia into North America made him one of the most-wanted criminals.

 

The operation to arrest Singh reflects Punjab Police’s strong commitment to tackling organised crime and drug trafficking.

 

The authorities emphasised that their efforts to collaborate with international law enforcement agencies remain a priority to ensure Punjab does not become a safe haven for criminals.

 

The crackdown on Singh comes as part of a larger initiative by the Punjab government to combat drug trafficking in the state.

 

On 28 February, the government set up a five-member committee to oversee anti-drug operations. 

 

The initiative, known as the ‘War Against Drugs,’ is aimed at curbing the rising influence of drug cartels in Punjab.

 

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann recently held a high-level meeting with senior police officials, urging them to take strong measures against drug-related crimes.

 

He set a three-month deadline to intensify efforts and ensure that Punjab is free from the drug menace.