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CBI Brings Back Fugitive Prabhdeep Singh in Major Narcotics Case

The CBI has successfully secured the extradition of wanted fugitive Prabhdeep Singh from Azerbaijan to India. He was the subject of an INTERPOL Red Notice for a major narcotics trafficking case under the NDPS Act. Indian authorities coordinated with international agencies to locate and apprehend him in Azerbaijan. A Delhi Police escort team brought him back, marking another success in bringing fugitives to justice.

Key Points: CBI Extradites Wanted Fugitive Prabhdeep Singh from Azerbaijan

  • Prabhdeep Singh extradited from Azerbaijan
  • Wanted under NDPS Act for narcotics trafficking
  • INTERPOL Red Notice issued
  • 3-member Delhi Police team escorted him back
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CBI secures extradition of wanted fugitive Prabhdeep Singh from Azerbaijan

CBI, in coordination with MEA, MHA, and Delhi Police, secures extradition of wanted fugitive Prabhdeep Singh from Azerbaijan in a major narcotics trafficking case.

"Several co-accused persons had earlier been arrested during the investigation, while Prabhdeep Singh was identified as the key conspirator and main organiser of the syndicate. - CBI Statement"

New Delhi, May 13

The Central Bureau of Investigation, in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and Delhi Police, has successfully secured the extradition of wanted fugitive Prabhdeep Singh from Azerbaijan to India, an official statement said on Wednesday.

Prabhdeep Singh, who was the subject of an INTERPOL Red Notice, was wanted in connection with a case registered at the Special Cell Police Station in New Delhi under various provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.

According to officials, the case pertains to a major narcotics trafficking racket in which a substantial quantity of narcotic substances was recovered. Several co-accused persons had earlier been arrested during the investigation, while Prabhdeep Singh was identified as the key conspirator and main organiser of the syndicate.

Acting on a request from Delhi Police, the CBI, functioning as India's National Central Bureau for INTERPOL, had got a Red Notice issued against the accused through INTERPOL channels.

Following sustained international coordination and intelligence-sharing, the fugitive was geo-located and apprehended by authorities in Azerbaijan.

Subsequently, Indian authorities initiated formal extradition proceedings through diplomatic and legal channels. After completion of due legal formalities in Azerbaijan, the extradition request was accepted, paving the way for his return to India.

A three-member escort team from the Delhi Police travelled to Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, to take custody of the accused. The team, along with Prabhdeep Singh, arrived in Delhi on Wednesday morning.

The CBI stated that it continues to coordinate closely with domestic and international law enforcement agencies through INTERPOL channels and the BHARATPOL platform to trace and bring back fugitives wanted by Indian agencies.

Officials added that due to the coordinated efforts of the MEA, MHA, CBI, and other law enforcement agencies, more than 160 wanted criminals and fugitives have been successfully brought back to India in recent years.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Impressive coordination between multiple agencies. 160 fugitives brought back in recent years is no small feat. Kudos to CBI and Delhi Police for sticking with this case all the way to Azerbaijan.
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Ananya R
Good work by the authorities, but I hope the judicial process is swift and fair. These drug networks destroy so many young lives. We need both strong enforcement and stronger rehabilitation programs. 💪
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Vikram M
Excellent! International fugitives should know that India has a long arm. The BHARATPOL platform is a game-changer for cross-border crime tracking. 👏
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Jessica F
While I'm glad this person is being brought to justice, I do wonder about the resources spent on extradition versus tackling drug addiction at home. Still, sending a strong message matters. Let's see if the conviction follows.
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Siddharth J
Great teamwork by MEA, CBI, and Delhi Police! This shows how diplomatic channels can work hand-in-hand with law enforcement. More such operations needed to clean up the system. 🇮🇳
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Amanda J
This is reassuring for citizens. Knowing that our agencies can track down fugitives even in countries like Azerbaijan gives me confidence. The NDPS Act cases need this kind of persistent follow-through.

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