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Eby welcomes federal decision to label Bishnoi gang as terrorists
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Premier David Eby said listing the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group is “the right move.”Federal Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree announced Monday that the government has designated the India-based gang a terrorist entity.
The move means anything owned by the group in Canada – from vehicles to money – can be frozen or seized.
“Specific communities have been targeted for terror, violence and intimidation by the Bishnoi Gang,” said Anandasangaree in a statement.
Authorities said the gang is behind many reports of extortion and threats made against South Asian individuals and businesses in B.C.
Eby first called on the federal government to declare the group a terrorist organization in June.