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Man Poses as Bishnoi Gang Member, Issues Death Threats to Ghaziabad Resident
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What Happened?
A 20-year-old man, Anshu Prajapati, was arrested for allegedly threatening a Ghaziabad resident while impersonating a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. He sent threatening voice messages via WhatsApp.
Key points
- Anshu Prajapati sent two threatening voice messages on October 18, 2026.
- He used a WhatsApp Business account with Bishnoi's photo to impersonate a gang member.
- The police registered a case under Section 351(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
- Prajapati was arrested on October 27, 2026, after police traced his mobile number.
- He reportedly moved to Pune in 2025 for work and became influenced by online content related to the Bishnoi gang.
Key insights
- The case raises concerns about the effectiveness of online security measures.
- Impersonation tactics may lead to increased fear among the public.
- The incident could prompt authorities to enhance monitoring of social media platforms.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the dangers of impersonation and online threats in the digital age.
Entities
Anshu Prajapati· PersonLawrence Bishnoi· PersonGhaziabad· CityFaizabad· CityAarav Sharma· Person
Source
India Today
