Kap’s Café Shooter Arrested After Months-Long Hunt
Delhi Police have arrested Bandhu Maan Singh Sekhon, the alleged shooter involved in the Kapil Sharma café attack in Surrey, Canada. The arrest marks a major breakthrough in a case that has drawn attention across India and Canada. Moreover, investigators said that Sekhon is linked to gangster Goldy Brar, a top figure in the Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate.
Sekhon had entered India soon after the first shooting. However, he avoided detection for several weeks. Crime Branch officers detained him with what they described as advanced weapons. The arrest has prompted central agencies to join the investigation. Authorities are now tracking his movement, contacts and possible handlers.
Kapil Sharma launched Kap’s Café in July in British Columbia. The outlet became an immediate attraction for local visitors and fans. However, the café soon turned into a target for organised crime groups operating across borders. The café was shot at on July 10, August 7 and October 16. No injuries were reported during any of the attacks.
Investigators Track Links to Goldy Brar and Canada-Based Network
Officials revealed that Sekhon arranged weapons and logistics for the shooters who targeted the café. Additionally, officers said that he coordinated with overseas handlers before and after each attack. His arrest will help agencies decode the cross-border network that supported the operations.
Gangster Goldy Dhillon, who also has criminal links overseas, claimed responsibility for the shootings in a video. However, investigators believe the attacks were part of a wider plan managed by Goldy Brar’s group. The gang has been active in targeted killings, extortion and international coordination of criminal activities.
Police teams are now checking whether more operatives are active in India or Canada. Moreover, they aim to map how weapons reached Sekhon and who funded the logistics. Officers said that they will question him about the motive behind the repeated shootings at a celebrity-owned outlet. They expect the interrogation to expose the criminal web around Goldy Brar.
The Kap’s Café attacks sparked concern within the Indo-Canadian community. Many feared that organised crime groups were expanding their influence. Authorities in Canada increased surveillance around high-risk business locations. Additionally, they cooperated with Indian agencies to trace gang members travelling between both countries.
Kapil Sharma’s Café Targeted Three Times as Probe Deepens
Kapil Sharma opened Kap’s Café as a community-friendly space for fans and visitors. However, the attacks disrupted operations and raised safety concerns. The comedian did not issue many public remarks but thanked police for their support.
The first shooting took place on July 10, when unknown attackers fired at the café’s entrance. Moreover, another round of firing occurred on August 7, followed by a third attack on October 16. Although CCTV footage captured the suspects, they left Canada soon after the incidents.
Sekhon is believed to have guided the shooters before each operation. Additionally, he arranged vehicles and communication channels to avoid surveillance. Investigators said that he maintained encrypted contact with handlers linked to Goldy Brar’s circle.
Police will now check his digital devices to trace financial transactions and communication trails. They will also explore the flow of weapons into India. Officers said that the weapons recovered during his arrest indicate access to advanced suppliers.
The case highlights the growing challenge of transnational crime syndicates. These groups shift operatives across borders and use digital channels to coordinate. Moreover, they exploit gaps between jurisdictions. Authorities expect stricter cooperation between India and Canada as the investigation expands.
What Comes Next in the Kap’s Café Shooting Case?
Central agencies will question Sekhon for details about the larger network. They also aim to identify more accomplices and recover hidden weapons. Moreover, they will examine whether the gang targeted other businesses or individuals in Canada.
The probe will also cover the role of Goldy Brar. He has been named in several international cases linked to extortion and organised crime. Additionally, he remains on the radar of multiple agencies across continents.
For now, Delhi Police consider the arrest a major step. However, they said that the investigation is still active. Officers expect more arrests as teams follow leads uncovered from Sekhon’s interrogation.