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FBI Arrests Alleged Gang Member Nitish Kaushal Near Canada Border After Dramatic Manhunt

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Indian national Nitish Kaushal, accused by U.S. authorities of links to the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria crime syndicate, was arrested near the Canada border after an extensive FBI manhunt. Prosecutors oppose his release on bail.

Indian national identified by U.S. authorities as Nitish Kaushal, also known as "Lala," has been arrested near the U.S.-Canada border following a multi-agency manhunt. According to court filings submitted by federal prosecutors, Kaushal is accused of being associated with the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria organised crime syndicate and faces charges under the U.S. Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act.

Federal investigators said a grand jury in Los Angeles approved the indictment in late June, after which law enforcement agencies launched efforts to take him into custody. Authorities allege that Kaushal initially evaded arrest by abandoning a mobile phone that investigators were monitoring under a court-authorised surveillance order. His disappearance prompted the FBI to intensify its search and place him on its list of wanted fugitives.

According to prosecutors, Kaushal later travelled toward the Canadian border, where he reportedly abandoned his vehicle and attempted to continue on foot. His movements allegedly drew attention after a local resident noticed suspicious activity through a home security camera and alerted border authorities. Responding officers located a man matching the description in a nearby barn.

Investigators stated that the suspect initially presented a driver's licence bearing another person's identity in an apparent attempt to avoid arrest. However, fingerprint analysis and other identification methods, including comparison with previously recorded physical characteristics, allegedly confirmed his identity as Nitish Kaushal. Court records state that he later acknowledged the licence did not belong to him.

U.S. prosecutors claim Kaushal is linked to an international organised crime network that allegedly operates across several countries, including India, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, parts of Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The indictment accuses members of the organisation of involvement in offences such as contract killings, kidnapping, drug trafficking, illegal arms trafficking, extortion, money laundering and human smuggling. These allegations remain before the court and have not been proven at trial.

The charging documents also describe an alleged 2024 kidnapping and assault case in California in which Kaushal and several co-accused are alleged to have detained a man suspected of stealing narcotics belonging to the group and demanded money for his release. The defendants will have the opportunity to respond to these allegations during the legal process.

Federal prosecutors have asked the court to deny bail, arguing that Kaushal presents both a flight risk and a potential danger to the community if released before trial. The case will now proceed through the U.S. judicial system.

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International organised crime investigations often involve cooperation between multiple countries and agencies. While arrests mark an important stage in such investigations, criminal allegations remain allegations until they are examined and decided by a competent court. Fair investigation, due process and judicial scrutiny are essential to ensuring justice.

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