Jeweller in Bahraich Faces Extortion Threat Amid Trader Outrage
Jeweller gets Rs 5 lakh extortion demand in UP's Bahraich; traders up in arm
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A jeweller in Mihinpurwa town, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, received a ₹5 lakh (approximately $6,000 USD) extortion demand linked to gangsters Lawrence and Anmol Bishnoi. The incident has sparked anger among local traders, who are demanding immediate police action to ensure their safety.
- 01A jeweller received a ₹5 lakh extortion letter with threats to his safety.
- 02The letter was linked to notorious gangsters Lawrence and Anmol Bishnoi.
- 03Local traders are expressing outrage and threatening to protest if action is not taken.
- 04Police have initiated a case against unknown individuals involved in the threat.
- 05Circle Officer Pradyumna Singh has promised strict action against the perpetrators.
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In Mihinpurwa town, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, jeweller Chandramohan Soni received a threatening letter demanding ₹5 lakh (approximately $6,000 USD) in extortion. The letter, which included a cartridge, was associated with notorious gangsters Lawrence and Anmol Bishnoi. Soni reported receiving threatening phone calls from unknown numbers, raising concerns for his and his son's safety. This incident has incited anger among local traders, who are demanding immediate police intervention and have warned of protests if no action is taken. The police have registered a case against unidentified individuals, and Circle Officer Pradyumna Singh has committed to taking strict measures against those responsible.
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The extortion threat has created a climate of fear among local traders, impacting their sense of security and business operations.
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