- Threatener allegedly warned of killing AAP leader and daughter; Mohali Police launch cyber investigation
Mohali (Punjab): Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal has allegedly received a death threat in the name of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, with the sender demanding Rs 7 crore in extortion.
The threat came to light after Tilak Nagar MLA Jarnail Singh received threatening phone calls and WhatsApp messages. He subsequently lodged a complaint with the Mohali Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) on November 6.
Threat to Kejriwal and Daughter
According to the complaint, the sender claimed to be associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and threatened to kill Kejriwal and his daughter, Harshita Kejriwal, if the demanded amount was not paid.
The threatening messages and calls prompted the MLA to approach the police, seeking immediate action against the person responsible.
Cyber Crime Unit Investigating
Mohali Police have registered a case under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Information Technology Act. The investigation has been entrusted to Inspector Sunil Kumar of the Cyber Crime Police Station.
Investigators are examining the suspected sender’s call records, internet protocol (IP) logs and location details to establish the identity and whereabouts of the accused.
Jarnail Singh has also requested security arrangements for Kejriwal and his family in view of the alleged threat.
The police are investigating the matter to determine whether the threat was actually linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang or was made by someone impersonating its members.
