Rs 50 Lakh Extortion Demand in the Name of Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Made from Krishna Murari, Son of Bihar Tourism Minister Kedar Prasad Gupta: Threats via WhatsApp Calls and Messages, Police Register Case and Begin Investigation
A sensation rippled through Bihar's political and administrative circles when it emerged that a massive extortion demand was made from Krishna Murari, the son of state Tourism Minister Kedar Prasad Gupta, in the name of a notorious criminal syndicate. An extortion demand of Rs 50 lakhs has been made using the name of the notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi Gang. Following threats of death if the extortion amount is not paid, an atmosphere of deep concern prevails within the victim's family and political circles. An official First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at the local police station in this regard, causing a stir within the police department as well, and the administration has begun probing the matter with utmost seriousness.
What is the Full Matter? (The Sequence of WhatsApp Calls and Threats)
According to information received, Minister's son Krishna Murari had been continuously receiving WhatsApp calls and messages from unknown numbers over the past few days. Initially, this was dismissed as the prank of some mischievous element, but when the round of threats persisted and a large sum of money was demanded, the matter turned serious.
Threats on WhatsApp: Utilizing modern technology, the perpetrators sent messages and made voice calls via WhatsApp. These messages directly cited the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Rs 50 Lakh Ransom: The callers explicitly told Krishna Murari that if he wishes to stay safe and run his business or life normally, he must pay Rs 50 lakhs as ransom.
Death Threats: Failure to pay money was met with threats of severe consequences and elimination of him and his family, significantly escalating concerns regarding the family's security.
FIR Registration and Prompt Police Action
Following this high-profile threat, the minister's family wasted no time in contacting the local police station and registering a written complaint detailing the entire sequence of events. Viewing the gravity of the matter, the police immediately registered an First Information Report (FIR) under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and other relevant sections.
Special Investigation Team (SIT) and Surveillance: Because the matter involves the family of a cabinet minister, the police administration has become fully alert. The Muzaffarpur and state-level Technical Cells have been activated.
Tracking Numbers: Efforts are underway to trace the IP addresses and locations of the WhatsApp numbers from which the calls and messages originated. The police are also trying to ascertain whether a henchman of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang was actually behind this or if a local criminal used the gang's name to plot terror.
Security Tightened and Political Reactions
Following the surfacing of this incident, security arrangements at Minister Kedar Prasad Gupta's residence and for his family members have been further reinforced. Police headquarters is keeping a close watch on the situation.
Political analysts believe that targeting public representatives and their families in this manner casts a major question mark on the law and order situation in the state. Opposition parties have also started cornering the government over law and order on this issue, significantly stepping up administrative pressure.
This incident of demanding Rs 50 lakhs in extortion in the name of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang from Krishna Murari, son of Bihar Tourism Minister Kedar Prasad Gupta, is extremely serious and alarming. Criminals resorting to modern technology to issue such threats has emerged as a major challenge for the police administration. However, with the FIR registered, the police have accelerated the speed of their investigation. It will be crucial to see how quickly Muzaffarpur police and the STF reach the bottom of this sensational case and put the culprits behind bars.
