Death Threat Against Arvind Kejriwal: AAP MLA Files Complaint
Serious Threat to AAP Leader
A file image of AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal. (Photo:X)
Mohali, Nov 12: The Punjab Police have initiated an investigation following a complaint from Jarnail Singh, an AAP MLA from Delhi, who reported receiving a death threat aimed at party leader Arvind Kejriwal and his daughter, along with a demand for Rs 7 crore.
Singh filed his complaint with the police in Mohali, leading to the registration of a case under pertinent sections of the BNS and the Information Technology Act.
According to the FIR, Singh detailed that the caller identified himself as a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, stating, "I am calling from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Inform Arvind Kejriwal that if he does not pay Rs 7 crore, I will kill both him and his daughter."
On November 6, Singh received both a phone call and a WhatsApp message from someone claiming to be associated with the gang, as he reported to the Senior Superintendent of Police in Mohali.
Singh emphasized the gravity of the threat, noting that it poses risks to national and public safety due to his prominent position. He accused the sender of exploiting his status as an elected official to issue extortion demands and threats against Kejriwal and his family, labeling these actions as serious crimes.
The MLA has urged for a thorough investigation, requesting authorities to trace call detail records, IP logs, and the location of the device used to ensure the arrest of the perpetrator before any harm occurs.
He also called for coordination with relevant law enforcement and security agencies to guarantee the safety of those targeted.
In response to the complaint, the Mohali police have filed a case under various sections, including 308 (4) for extortion, 351 (2) for criminal intimidation, 351 (4) for intimidation via anonymous communication, and 111 (2) concerning organized crime, as per the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the applicable sections of the IT Act at the Cyber Crime Police Station in Mohali.