FBI Wanted: Indian Gang Leader Gurpreet Singh in Transnational Drug and Weapons Trafficking Case

WASHINGTON D.C. - The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has added Indian national Gurpreet Singh to its Most Wanted list for his alleged role in a transnational criminal organization involved in drug trafficking, illegal firearms dealing, and racketeering.

Singh, a member of the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Organized Crime Group originating from Punjab, India, is wanted for his involvement in a racketeering conspiracy, conspiracy to deal in firearms without a license, conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, and distribution of controlled substances . He was charged by a federal grand jury in the Central District of California in June 2026, and a federal arrest warrant was issued on June 25, 2026.

The Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Organized Crime Group

This transnational criminal organization, which operates from India to the United States, is a prime example of the increasing reach of India-based organized crime networks. According to the FBI, the group engages in:

• Drug trafficking

• Illegal firearms distribution

• Racketeering and extortion

• Money laundering

A Pattern of Indian-Organized Crime Reaching Global Proportions

Gurpreet Singh's case is not isolated. It is part of a broader pattern of India-based organized crime groups expanding their operations internationally, often using digital networks and exploiting visa systems.

In Canada, authorities have similarly flagged the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a transnational criminal organization with roots in India. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has warned of the Bishnoi network's involvement in drug trafficking, extortion, and "transnational repression" against Sikh separatists abroad .

The FBI's Alert: A Wake-Up Call

The FBI's wanted notice for Singh is a stark warning to the international community. It confirms that India's criminal networks are not just a domestic problem, but a global security threat. The organization is alleged to have operated from the Central District of California, making it a direct concern for the United States.

India's Reluctance to Act

Despite international warnings, India has been reluctant to cooperate fully with foreign investigations into these groups. The RCMP has accused Indian officials of failing to act on evidence related to the Bishnoi gang's criminal activities in Canada .

The Growing Threat

As Indian organized crime groups expand their networks globally, law enforcement agencies in the US, Canada, and other countries are increasingly having to contend with this emerging threat. The FBI's decision to highlight Singh's case publicly signals the seriousness with which US authorities view this threat.