A joint team of UP Police’s Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Gautam Buddha Nagar police successfully apprehended Sukhwinder Singh Dhillon, a fugitive terrorist associated with the banned Khalistan Commando Force (KCF), who had been on the run for nearly three decades. Singh, also known as Dayal Singh, Rakesh Sharma, and Chinda, was found in possession of an AK-56 rifle and 121 cartridges during the investigation. Despite being granted bail in 1993, he absconded in 1995 and had been evading authorities for 31 years with an active arrest warrant against him.
The 63-year-old fugitive, originally from Kapurthala district in Punjab, was discovered to be residing in SAS Nagar (Mohali) district instead of his native place. Following this revelation, the joint team conducted surveillance and arrested him without any untoward incident. This arrest is a significant development in the ongoing counter-terrorism efforts, with authorities now interrogating Singh to gather more intelligence on his connections and potential involvement in other activities of the banned outfit.
The arrest highlights the persistent endeavors of law enforcement agencies in tracking down fugitives associated with terrorist organizations and emphasizes the necessity of inter-state collaboration in combating terrorism. Singh has been handed over to the relevant police authorities for further legal procedures. Citizens are urged to stay vigilant and assist law enforcement by reporting any suspicious activities through the toll-free helpline.
