Delhi Court Charges Lawrence Bishnoi Under MCOCA and Arms Act for Organized Crime

A Delhi court framed charges against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and 19 others for operating an organized crime syndicate.

Additional Sessions Judge charged Bishnoi under Sections 3 and 4 of the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), alongside the Arms Act and Explosives Act.

The 2021 case alleges that the gang executed murders, extortions, and kidnappings while operating from jails and international locations including Canada and the US.

Investigations revealed the use of smuggled mobile phones to coordinate activities and manage illicit wealth. The police contend the syndicate functioned systematically for pecuniary gain through continuous criminal intimidation.

[State v. Lawrence Bishnoi & Ors]