In a major crackdown on organized crime, the Haryana Special Task Force (STF) achieved a significant breakthrough on July 12, 2025, by arresting a high-profile operative of the notorious Himanshu Bhau gang. The arrest followed a tense exchange of fire in the Karnal district, successfully thwarting a potential major criminal plot in the region.
๐ Encounter in Karnal
Acting on precise intelligence regarding the movement of the gangster, STF units intercepted the suspect near a strategic location in Karnal. According to police sources, the accused attempted to evade capture and opened fire on the police party, prompting the STF team to retaliate in self-defense. After a brief shootout, the suspect was overpowered and taken into custody.
๐ Major Crime Plot Thwarted
The arrest is viewed as a critical success for the Haryana Police, as the operative was reportedly a key member of the Himanshu Bhau syndicate, a gang known for extortion and targeted violence across Haryana and the National Capital Region (NCR). Initial interrogations suggest that the gang member was in Karnal to execute a planned organized crime operation, likely involving extortion or a targeted attack. By intercepting him in time, the STF has effectively neutralized a significant threat to public safety.
โ๏ธ Crackdown on Gangsters Continues
This operation highlights the STF’s intensified campaign against gangster networks in the state. Senior officials have reiterated their commitment to dismantling the ecosystem of organized crime, stating that such operations will continue until the networks are broken. Arms and ammunition were also recovered from the possession of the arrested accused.