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FBI names gangster Goldy Brar among ten most wanted; offers $1m reward
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has added Indian-origin gangster Satinderjeet Singh, known as Goldy Brar, to its list of Ten Most Wanted Fugitives. The agency is offering a $1 million reward for information leading to his arrest.
LSN India ·
The FBI announcement on Monday marks a significant escalation in international law enforcement efforts against the accused criminal. Singh is wanted for his alleged involvement with the Lawrence Bishnoi Organized Crime Group, which federal authorities say operates across Southern California, the United States, and Canada.
According to the FBI, Singh is based in the United States and serves as the alleged leader of the crime group's North American operations. He faces charges related to a range of serious offences, including alleged involvement in assassinations of political and religious figures, shootings, murders, kidnappings, extortions, assaults, and trafficking of narcotics and weapons.
A federal arrest warrant was issued for Singh on July 1 by the United States District Court in the Central District of California, following charges that include violations of racketeering statutes. The FBI has cautioned that Singh should be considered armed, dangerous, and a significant escape risk.
The inclusion on the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list represents one of the highest levels of law enforcement attention and is typically reserved for individuals considered among the nation's most dangerous criminals. The substantial reward offer underscores the priority placed on Singh's apprehension by American authorities.