Chandigarh, June 8 -- In a major breakthrough, Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) of Punjab has apprehended Nilson Massih alias Sunny, an associate of Gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, said Director General of Punjab Police Gaurav Yadav on Sunday.

Massih was involved in the sensational shootout at Ghoman Batala, which resulted in the killing of Gora Bariar and injuries to Billa Mandiala.

The arrested accused has a long criminal history, including charges of murder, attempted murder, robbery, snatching, and violations of the Arms Act, the official said.

Preliminary interrogation revealed that Massih was in regular contact with Jaggu Bhagwanpuria. Acting on Bhagwanpuria's directions, he orchestrated the murder of Gora Bariar. Massih, along with ...