Delhi Police Capture Notorious Sharpshooter Linked to Lawrence Bishnoi Gang

In a significant operation, the Delhi Crime Branch, alongside Rajasthan police, has arrested a sharpshooter connected to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Pradeep Sharma, known as Golu, was apprehended based on intelligence reports. He is wanted for multiple criminal activities, including a ransom demand from a businessman. The operation highlights ongoing issues with organized crime in the region, as authorities continue to tackle illegal arms trafficking and extortion. Meanwhile, Punjab police have also made strides against organized crime, arresting members of an extortion gang linked to another notorious figure. This article delves into the details of these operations and their implications for public safety.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 18, 2026, 15:43 IST

Joint Operation Leads to Arrest of Wanted Criminal

Authorities have reported that the Anti-Gangster Squad (AGS) of the Delhi Crime Branch, in collaboration with Rajasthan police, has apprehended a wanted sharpshooter associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The suspect, identified as Pradeep Sharma, also known as Golu, is a 23-year-old resident of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. He was captured on January 16, 2026, in Uttam Nagar, Delhi, based on specific intelligence. Following interrogation, he was handed over to Rajasthan police for further investigation. According to police sources, Sharma was wanted in several cases in Ganganagar district of Rajasthan. In March 2025, the gang allegedly demanded a ransom of ₹4 crore from a businessman. When the payment was not made, Sharma was tasked with shooting at the businessman's residence.

Continued Criminal Activities and Arrests

In May 2025, Sharma and his associates reportedly opened fire at the businessman's home, leading to a police report. Despite being released on bail, he remained affiliated with the gang and began supplying illegal weapons and ammunition to the Lawrence Bishnoi group. Recently, Rajasthan police seized a significant cache of arms and ammunition, with Sharma being identified as a source for these weapons. The arrest was made during a raid in Uttam Nagar by the Delhi Crime Branch, which confirmed that Sharma was an active member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, operating within Rajasthan.

Punjab Police Achieves Major Breakthrough Against Organized Crime

In a separate development, Punjab police have reported a significant success against organized crime. According to the DGP of Punjab police, the Ludhiana Commissionerate police dismantled an extortion gang linked to gangster Goldy Brar. Over a three-week planned operation, police arrested 10 members and confiscated foreign-made firearms, including two Austrian Glock pistols, along with 10 other advanced weapons. The arrested individuals were involved in illegal arms trafficking, extortion, and planned murders aimed at creating chaos throughout the state. FIRs have been filed under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Arms Act, with ongoing investigations to apprehend remaining accomplices.