Just a few months after the shocking death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada's Surrey city, another sensational murder involving a gangster with ties to Khalistan has sent shockwaves from Punjab to Canada.
This time, the murder is far from a mystery, as it was claimed on social media just hours after it happened by none other than gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who is currently serving time in an Indian prison.
Sukhduke's Assassination
Sukhduke, associated with the Khalistani gang and known to be a part of Lawrence Bishnoi's criminal circle, was found dead in Apartment 203 of Sukhduke's Corner House on Hamilton Drive Road, Winnipeg.
Gunmen stormed his residence, and within minutes, Sukhduke was riddled with nine bullets. This incident marked the end of another chapter in the ongoing gang rivalry that had links to Khalistan.
Another Gangster's Demise
The target of the attack, Sukhduke, was a key player in the Khalistani gang. He was believed to have been responsible for various criminal activities that aimed to support Khalistan separatist movements in India, following the orders of Khalistani leaders.
Lawrence Bishnoi, who is currently serving a prison sentence in India, claimed responsibility for the murder on social media.
Arsh Dala's involvement
Arsh Dala, a gangster known for his involvement in Khalistani activities, was considered Lawrence Bishnoi's right-hand man. He was the mastermind behind the recent assassination of Baljinder Singh Balli, a Congress leader who was residing in Canada.
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However, before Dala could celebrate Balli's death, his enemies took revenge by killing him, bringing an end to his criminal activities.
Lawrence Bishnoi's Facebook post
The news of Sukhduke's murder had barely settled when a viral social media post added a new twist to the story. The post, written in English but with Punjabi language undertones, was made from a Facebook account under the name of Lawrence Bishnoi, who was serving a prison sentence in Punjab.
In the post, Bishnoi claimed responsibility for Sukhduke's murder, revealing a long-standing feud between gangsters in North India and Punjab.
Cross-Border Gang Violence
Lawrence Bishnoi's post, made under his own name, underscores the deep-rooted enmity between gangsters in North India and Punjab, showing how gang rivalries often extend across borders, with gangsters seeking refuge and safety in foreign countries.
The situation is a cause for concern, not only for law enforcement agencies but also for communities affected by gang violence on both sides of the border.
The assassination of Sukhduke and the subsequent social media claim by Lawrence Bishnoi have further complicated an already volatile situation.
As investigations continue, the international dimension of this gang warfare raises questions about the ability of law enforcement agencies to tackle this complex and global criminal network.