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Crime
Punjab Police Officer Arrested in FBI‑Linked Extortion Probe
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 18 Jul 2026, 12:18 PM
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A Punjab police officer has been taken into custody in a case involving FBI‑linked extortion tied to a gangster probe.
A Punjab police officer was arrested in connection with an extortion case that is linked to the FBI and is part of an ongoing gangster investigation. The arrest was carried out by authorities following allegations that the officer was involved in a scheme to extort money. The case highlights concerns over corruption within law enforcement agencies. The officer is currently in custody and faces charges related to the extortion allegations.