Washington, D.C.: Following the arrest of Harpreet Singh, alias Happy Passia, in the United States on April 18, FBI Director Kash Patel has assured that justice will be delivered. Singh, a wanted terrorist linked to at least 14 terror attacks in Punjab, was apprehended in Sacramento, California, in a joint operation led by the FBI Sacramento Field Office and U.S. Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO).
Singh is alleged to have ties to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), a Khalistani terror group, and is also suspected of coordinating with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Taking to social media platform X, FBI Director Patel confirmed the arrest and praised the coordinated efforts between U.S. and Indian authorities.
“CAPTURED: Harpreet Singh, part of an alleged foreign terrorist gang here illegally in the United States, who we believe was involved in planning multiple attacks on police stations both in India and the United States,” Patel posted.
“Excellent work from all, and justice will be done.”
He emphasized the agency’s unwavering commitment to tracking down violent perpetrators:
“The FBI will continue finding those who perpetrate violence, no matter where they are.”
Harpreet Singh’s Background
Harpreet Singh, who had been absconding, is a Babbar Khalsa-linked terrorist accused in numerous cases of terrorism in India, particularly in Punjab. The Indian authorities have linked him to several terror plots targeting law enforcement facilities.
He was arrested for his alleged involvement with two designated international terrorist organizations and is believed to have been living illegally in the U.S. His apprehension marks a significant development in the international crackdown on cross-border terrorism.
Indian officials have welcomed the arrest and are expected to seek further cooperation with U.S. authorities regarding Singh’s extradition and prosecution.
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