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Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Likes, lies, and lethal threats: This is how gangsters are weaponising social media against cops; spin encounter tales to pre-empt action
NEW DELHI: It started with a quest for likes and shares, with gangsters posting reels of their court appearances or arrests set to catchy folk music to amplify their clout and reach. However, gangsters are now increasingly using social media to either pre-empt alleged encounter attempts by police on their gang members or to threaten police over fake encounters. In multiple encounters over the last year-including the latest encounter involving the shooters of Manjeet Mahal's nephew-social media posts have surfaced either after the shooters were picked up or after the encounter, with claims that the encounter was fake. Senior police officers say this new tactic allows gangsters to shape the narrative and create doubt about the police's actions. This makes it more challenging for law enforcement agencies to operate effectively and gather evidence. "The aim is to create a narrative that can influence public opinion, put pressure on law enforcement agencies, and potentially even impact the outcome of investigations. This modus operandi has equipped gangsters, who operate from outside India, with a powerful tool to intimidate and influence, enabling them to post updates in real time and respond quickly to developments in investigations and encounters," said a senior investigator. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Himanshu Bhau, Kapil Sangwan and Goldy Brar are some examples of gangsters who have employed this modus operandi to try and shield their mates. In the latest arrest of the two shooters who shot dead gangster Manjeet Mahal's nephew, UK-based gangster Kapil Sangwan posted on Facebook urging the cops to not harm them. The post even disclosed the name of the inspector whose team allegedly detained them. "Hello everyone, our brother Sombir and 2-3 other brothers were picked up from Chandigarh today by Rohini Sector 14's Crime Branch team, led by inspector Pankaj Thakran. We are fighting our battle and aren't doing anything unjust. We have video footage of where they were picked up, and we request that our brothers not be mistreated," it read. The post was further shared by Sangwan's aide, Venkat Garg of Naraingarh, another wanted fugitive operating from abroad. Last week, when gangster Romil Vohra was killed in an encounter in south Delhi, many members of Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate, including Rohit Godara and others, posted threatening the special cell cops with consequences for killing their valued associate. Similarly, when gangster Bhau's aide, Ajay, was killed in an encounter in north-west Delhi last year, an Instagram post had surfaced where Bhau claimed that Ajay had been picked from Mount Abu three days ago. By posting on Facebook and other platforms, the gangsters have been reaching a wide audience and creating a narrative that can be difficult to counter for police. "This tactic allows gangsters to shape the narrative and create a sense of doubt about the police's actions. By leveraging social media, they can disseminate their message to a large audience quickly and evoke emotions. This can make it more challenging for law enforcement agencies to operate effectively and gather evidence," says former police commissioner S N Shrivastava. Retired additional CP (crime) Ashok Chand says that the use of social media provides gangsters with a powerful tool to intimidate and influence. They can post updates in real-time, responding quickly to developments in investigations and encounters. "This enables them to stay one step ahead of police and create a sense of uncertainty. By claiming that their aides have been wrongfully detained or killed in encounters, gangsters can create a sense of urgency and pressure on police to produce evidence or justify their actions," he added. By using virtual private networks and other tools, the gangsters can mask their IP addresses and hide their real locations, making it challenging for law enforcement agencies to track them down.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Delhi Police nab two wanted criminals after an encounter in Shahbad
The Delhi Police Crime Branch has nabbed two criminals allegedly involved in the murder of gangster Manjeet Mahal's nephew Deepak following an encounter in Shahbad Dairy late Thursday night. The accused were identified as Vijay and Somveer, who had been on the run after their alleged role in the high-profile murder case. According to officials, the Crime Branch launched a targeted operation in Shahbad Dairy after receiving specific inputs about the suspects' location. When police personnel confronted the duo, they tried to flee and opened fire, triggering a brief exchange of gunfire. Both accused were shot in their legs during the encounter and were immediately taken into custody. Police said they sustained bullet injuries in their lower limbs and were later shifted to a hospital for treatment. Further investigation is still underway. Live Events Earlier, four Juveniles were apprehended after nearly a week in connection with the alleged murder of a man in Delhi's Bawana. Police received information on June 26 about an unconscious and severely injured male lying near a petrol pump in DSIIDC Park, Bawana Industrial Area. The victim, estimated to be around 30-35 years old, was rushed to Maharishi Valmiki Hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead, following which a case was registered at Bawana police station. The deceased was identified as Avdhesh Yadav, a native of Deoria district in Uttar Pradesh, through his brother Sonu Yadav. The weapon, a knife, was recovered from one CCL, along with Yadav's stolen mobile phone, purse, and documents. Additionally, a mobile phone, linked to another robbery case, was recovered. The CCLs admitted to robbing Pinku Kumar on June 29, days after Yadav's murder on June 25. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
