Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major policing success, Punjab Police has secured the arrest of fugitive Amritpal Singh Mehron, the prime suspect in the killing of social media figure Kanchan Kumari, following his deportation from the Middle East.
Officials said the accused was brought back to India after coordinated efforts involving the Counter Intelligence Wing’s Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell (OFTEC) and central agencies. He was taken into custody upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport on April 10.
The case dates back to June 2025, when the victim was allegedly abducted and murdered in Bathinda. Her body was later discovered inside a parked vehicle near a local hospital, sparking widespread outrage. Police investigations had indicated the involvement of multiple individuals, with Mehron identified as the central figure behind the crime.
While his accomplices were arrested earlier, Mehron managed to escape the country and remained on the run for months. Authorities tracked his movements overseas and initiated legal procedures that eventually led to his deportation.
The arrest is being viewed as a key breakthrough in the case and highlights the growing capability of law enforcement agencies to pursue fugitives beyond national borders. Police officials have reiterated their resolve to ensure that those involved in serious crimes are brought to justice, regardless of where they attempt to hide.
