Indian Crime Syndicates Linked to Canadian Assassination in Global Crackdown
Indian Crime Syndicates Linked to Canadian Assassination in Global Crackdown
US · Published Jul 8, 2026
In a coordinated international operation named 'Operation Hard Ball,' law enforcement agencies across the U.S., Canada, and Europe have charged 37 individuals tied to Indian transnational crime syndicates.
The charges include the 2023 assassination of a prominent Indian religious leader outside a Sikh temple in Surrey, Canada, as well as extortion, shootings, and large-scale drug trafficking.

Impact & Risks

The operation highlights the global reach of Indian crime syndicates and their involvement in violent crimes and drug trafficking. The assassination of the Sikh leader has strained diplomatic relations and raised concerns about the safety of diaspora communities. The crackdown may disrupt these networks temporarily, but the risk of retaliation and continued criminal activities remains high.

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