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Crime
Interpol Arrests Wanted Gangster Hemant Poojary Abroad, India Seeks His Return
✍️ Daijiworld
🗓 10 Nov 2026, 04:47 AM
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Interpol has detained the notorious gangster Hemant Poojary in a foreign country. Indian authorities are working to secure his extradition.
Interpol officials announced that they have arrested Hemant Poojary, a gangster wanted by Indian law enforcement, in a country outside India. The arrest was carried out following a coordinated operation involving local police and Interpol’s regional office.
Poojary, known for his involvement in organized crime and multiple criminal cases in India, had been on the run for several years. His arrest marks a significant development in the long‑running pursuit of the suspect by Indian authorities.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has formally requested the extradition of Poojary, citing the seriousness of the charges against him. Officials say that diplomatic channels are now being engaged to ensure a swift legal process.
If extradition is granted, Poojary will face trial in India for a series of offenses, including extortion, assault and conspiracy. The case is expected to bring closure to several pending investigations linked to his criminal activities.
Poojary, known for his involvement in organized crime and multiple criminal cases in India, had been on the run for several years. His arrest marks a significant development in the long‑running pursuit of the suspect by Indian authorities.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has formally requested the extradition of Poojary, citing the seriousness of the charges against him. Officials say that diplomatic channels are now being engaged to ensure a swift legal process.
If extradition is granted, Poojary will face trial in India for a series of offenses, including extortion, assault and conspiracy. The case is expected to bring closure to several pending investigations linked to his criminal activities.