A 19-year-old woman linked to a dangerous gang in India was arrested by the Delhi Police before she fled the country.
According to Indian media reports, the woman known as ‘Lady Dawn’ was part of the planning to kill a citizen with a gang at a Burger King restaurant in Delhi’s Rajouri Garden area.
According to reports, police arrested Anu Dhankar, popularly known as ‘Lady Dawn’, near the India-Nepal border in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri district.
The report said that Anu Dhankar was absconding since the murder of a man in a fast food restaurant in Delhi on June 18 this year.
Aman June, 26, was shot dead while sitting with a woman at a Burger King restaurant in Rajouri Garden.
Es, including extortion and murder. They have a network that stretches beyond India, which is evident in their connections with gangsters abroad. ‘Lady Dawn’ was reportedly working with notorious criminals like Himanshu Bhau, who are deeply entrenched in international criminal activities. This raises significant concerns regarding transnational crime and recruitment practices.
Editor: The police report mentions that she was not just a follower but was actively involved in planning a murder. How does this reflect the recruitment tactics used by such gangs?
Dr. Sharma: Gangs often seek out vulnerable individuals who are looking for a sense of belonging or financial security. Once they identify potential recruits, they gradually involve them in more serious operations. Anu’s involvement in planning a murder suggests that these organizations are not only looking for muscle but also expect commitment from their young recruits, which can be incredibly dangerous.
Editor: Anu Dhankar allegedly had plans to flee to the US with the help of this gang. How common is it for gangs to facilitate such routes for their members?
Dr. Sharma: It’s increasingly common. Gangs often promise their recruits a better life abroad, including financial incentives and a luxurious lifestyle. They exploit dreams of immigration, knowing that those aspirations can lead individuals to take extreme risks. In Anu’s case, she was allegedly being assisted with her travel expenses, which shows a calculated approach by the gang to maintain control over its members while expanding their influence internationally.
Editor: Given the rise of gang-related activities among youths in India, what preventative measures should be taken at the community or governmental level?
Dr. Sharma: It’s crucial to address the root causes that drive young people toward gangs, such as poverty, lack of education, and social isolation. Community programs that focus on education, job training, and mentorship can provide healthy alternatives. Law enforcement should also work in tandem with social services to create a multi-faceted approach that does not just focus on punitive measures but also on rehabilitation and prevention.
Editor: Thank you for your insights, Dr. Sharma. It’s important for us to understand these complex issues as they develop in society.
Dr. Sharma: Thank you for having me. Raising awareness is the first step toward addressing these challenges effectively.
