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Crime
Delhi Court Commences Absentia Trial Against UK‑Based Gangster Kapil Sangwan
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 30 Jul 2026, 01:38 PM
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A Delhi court has started an absentia trial against Kapil Sangwan, a gangster based in the United Kingdom, following his arrest in India.
A Delhi court began an absentia trial today against Kapil Sangwan, a gangster who operates from the United Kingdom. The proceedings were initiated after Sangwan was arrested in India on charges related to organized crime activities.
The trial is being conducted in Sangwan’s absence, as he has not appeared in court. Prosecutors argue that his continued involvement in criminal networks warrants a formal judicial process.
Lawyers for the defense have requested a delay, citing the need to gather evidence from overseas sources. The court has scheduled further hearings to determine the next steps in the case.
Observers note that this marks a significant move by Indian authorities to pursue transnational gangsters who have evaded local law enforcement. The outcome of the trial could set a precedent for future cases involving foreign-based criminals.
The case remains under close scrutiny by both legal experts and the public, who are awaiting the court’s decision on whether Sangwan will be charged formally and the potential penalties involved.
The trial is being conducted in Sangwan’s absence, as he has not appeared in court. Prosecutors argue that his continued involvement in criminal networks warrants a formal judicial process.
Lawyers for the defense have requested a delay, citing the need to gather evidence from overseas sources. The court has scheduled further hearings to determine the next steps in the case.
Observers note that this marks a significant move by Indian authorities to pursue transnational gangsters who have evaded local law enforcement. The outcome of the trial could set a precedent for future cases involving foreign-based criminals.
The case remains under close scrutiny by both legal experts and the public, who are awaiting the court’s decision on whether Sangwan will be charged formally and the potential penalties involved.