Lawrence Bishnoi, a Canadian-based leader of an international extortion ring, has been implicated in organized crime activities targeting Sikh communities and temporary workers.

The FBI and RCMP have charged 37 individuals, including Bishnoi and his associate Goldy Brar, for orchestrating violent acts such as the 2023 murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.The gang's operations spanned Canada, the U.S., and Europe, leveraging temporary workers and foreign students to expand its network.Over 500 immigration investigations have been launched, with 80 deportations linked to gang members.Authorities allege the group used terror tactics, including arson and shootings, to enforce extortion schemes.While Indian officials denied involvement in the crimes, questions remain about how Bishnoi maintained control from a high-security prison in India.

The case highlights tensions between Canada and India over alleged complicity in cross-border criminal activities, with legal challenges arising from jurisdictional complexities.