Dhanbad Gangster Remand: Prince Khan Associate Interrogated on Extortion Network

Dhanbad: Police have secured further three-day remand of Saifuddin Abbas Naqvi alias Saifi alias Major, a close associate of gangster Prince Khan. The accused, who has emerged as a central figure in the gang’s operations, is being interrogated by multiple police teams on various aspects of organised crime.

Earlier, Major had been questioned for three days, during which investigators reportedly uncovered his links with dozens of businessmen. Police sources said that connections between the gang and more than 100 individuals —including traders and influential figures — have come to light so far.

Dhanbad SSP Prabhat Kumar stated that interrogation of the accused is underway to unravel his criminal history and identify all associates involved in the network. “Several businessmen and land dealers were in contact with him. Multiple teams are probing different angles, and questioning is being carried out accordingly,” the SSP said.

Investigations suggest that the gang operated an extensive extortion racket targeting traders across Dhanbad and other parts of the state. Funds were allegedly routed to Khan through hawala channels and cryptocurrency transactions, indicating a well-organized financial network.

Police officers believe that tightening surveillance and international pressure forced Khan to relocate operations. Having fled Dhanbad in 2021, he initially shifted to Dubai and later reportedly moved to Pakistan.

Major was arrested on April 18 from Kolkata airport upon his arrival from abroad.

The SSP asserted that police have tightened their grip on the gang and vowed that all its members would soon be brought to justice. “Action has already begun, and one by one, every member of the network will be arrested,” he added.

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