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The Maharashtra Police is facing severe criticism for their apparent disregard of crucial information regarding the activities of Lawrence Bishnoi's gang, a notorious criminal organization with a history of violence. The issue stems from the arrest of Shubham Lonkar, a key operative of the Bishnoi gang, and his associates in January of this year. While Akola Police, responsible for the arrests, had raised serious concerns about Lonkar's plans to establish a network of hitmen in central India and warned about the potential threat to VIPs in Mumbai, the state's security and intelligence apparatus failed to act on these warnings.
The negligence of the state's security agencies becomes particularly concerning in light of the subsequent murder of Siddique, a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Lonkar, now at large, is suspected to be a pivotal figure in the planning of Siddique's murder, along with his brother Praveen. This revelation highlights the missed opportunity to prevent a potentially catastrophic event. The Mumbai Police, initially unsure of the Bishnoi gang's involvement, were finally alerted to the gang's connection to the crime by a deleted Facebook post claiming responsibility for the murder.
The post, attributed to 'Shubuu Lonkar Maharashtra,' directed attention to Akot in Akola district, where the gang's presence was previously identified earlier in the year. Although various intelligence agencies interrogated Shubham after his arrest, they seemingly dismissed the threat posed by him and his gang. This failure to take decisive action allowed both Shubham and his brother Praveen to evade authorities and disappear into the shadows. The Lonkar brothers, after securing bail, went underground, with Praveen eventually being apprehended for his ties to the Bishnoi gang. However, Shubham remains elusive, increasing the anxiety among Mumbai police and intelligence agencies.
Sources within the Akola Police have revealed that the Lonkar brothers, prior to their disappearance, had locked their ancestral home in Akot village. Their sudden transformation from farmers to individuals associated with a dangerous criminal organization has left their neighbors bewildered and reluctant to divulge any information about the family's whereabouts. During interrogation, Shubham had confessed to his allegiance to the Bishnoi gang, revealing his direct connection to the imprisoned leader, Lawrence Bishnoi.
According to a top official from the Akola Police, Shubham was the linchpin in the Bishnoi gang's attempts to establish a network of hitmen in central India. He was actively recruiting others and was instrumental in disseminating messages from Bishnoi, who is currently incarcerated in a Gujarat jail. The revelation that Bishnoi's communications were discovered on Shubham's mobile phones underlines the magnitude of the missed opportunity to disrupt the gang's operations and potentially prevent further violence. With the upcoming assembly elections looming, there is growing concern among security agencies that Shubham's capture is paramount to prevent further incidents of violence and disruption.
The failure of the Maharashtra Police to act on the Akola Police's warnings about Shubham Lonkar and his gang's activities raises serious questions about the state's security capabilities. The apparent lack of coordination and communication between different agencies appears to have allowed a potentially dangerous criminal to escape and continue his nefarious activities. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for effective intelligence sharing, robust investigations, and decisive action to prevent criminal activities from escalating and posing a threat to public safety and security.
Source: Maharashtra Police Under Fire for Ignoring Shubham Lonkar's Interrogation Details