New Delhi, May 9: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Home Affairs, successfully extradited wanted criminal Abhay Rana from Portugal on Saturday. The accused was brought back to India with the assistance of Interpol.
Abhay, also known as Abhay Rana, was wanted by the Haryana Police in connection with several criminal cases in the state. These cases include extortion, criminal threats, operating an organized crime syndicate, attempted murder, and making threats to kill.
Investigations into a case registered in Karnal district revealed that the accused and his associates threatened local businessmen for ransom through WhatsApp calls and other social media platforms. Those who failed to meet their demands were attacked by members of the gang. After the investigation was completed, a charge sheet was filed against the accused in the relevant court.
The National Central Bureau (NCB) in New Delhi issued a Red Corner Notice against the accused at the request of the Haryana Police through Interpol channels. Following the identification of the accused’s location and his arrest by Portuguese authorities, a request for extradition was sent from India. After completing the legal procedures, Portuguese officials approved the extradition of the accused to India.
A Haryana Police escort team traveled to Portugal, where the accused was formally handed over to the police. Subsequently, the team returned with the accused to Indira Gandhi International Airport on Saturday. The arrest of the criminal, facilitated by Interpol, marks a significant success for law enforcement.
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