24 people arrested in connection with the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar
WASHINGTON:- Welcoming the coordinated efforts of international law enforcement agencies, the Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund has announced the arrest of 24 individuals accused of links to India-based transnational organized crime groups active in the United States, Canada, and Europe.
This move is a significant step towards accountability. According to federal prosecutors, the charges against them include various serious offenses, such as racketeering (organized criminal activity), targeted violence, and charges related to the 2023 killing of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.
The Fund has stated, “These developments highlight the serious threat posed by transnational criminal networks and reinforce the need for continued efforts to investigate and address transnational repression affecting Sikh communities abroad.”
A statement issued by the fund notes that SALDEF is committed to advocating for policies that protect individuals from transnational repression, supporting accountability through the rule of law, and safeguarding the rights and safety of Sikh Americans and all communities targeted by transnational repression and violence.
