Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Claims 1,000 Members for Extortion Operations
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang sent a letter to Canadian police on 13 August 2025, claiming it has over 1,000 individuals ready to carry out shootings as part of its extortion activities targeting the South Asian community. This information emerged during a deportation hearing involving a suspected gang member. The Abbotsford Police Department confirmed receipt of the letter, which outlines the gang's criminal operations and demands for money from businesses. The gang, designated a terrorist group in Canada, has been linked to violence in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario. Extortion demands are often communicated via WhatsApp, with threats of violence against non-compliant individuals. Police investigations are ongoing to address the extortion crisis affecting the diaspora.
Published 4 hours ago • 31 May 2026, 09:42 AM IST