The Delhi Police on Thursday (January 15, 2026) said they have caught two bike-borne shooters, allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, for their role in two recent firing incidents in the national capital.
Police said the accused had opened fire at two locations on the intervening night of Monday (January 12, 2026) and Tuesday (January 13, 2026). The accused, identified as Deepak and a minor, were nabbed after a brief encounter in north Delhi.
Gunshots fired outside the Paschim Vihar gym, Lawrence Bishnoi gang member claims responsibility
According to the police, the anti-narcotics team of north Delhi received a tip-off about the presence of the duo near Hiranki Mor and laid a trap. When the team tried to intercept them, the accused allegedly opened fire, prompting retaliatory firing.
Mr. Deepak sustained a bullet injury in his leg during the exchange of fire and was taken to a nearby hospital, while his associate was apprehended on the spot. Two pistols and live cartridges were seized from them, the police said.
