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Mumbai Police Arrest 7 Kanna Gang Members

7 held in extortion case, gang leaders absconding. Arrests follow attack on worker.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 04 September 2026 at 09:28 pm
Mumbai Police Arrest 7 Kanna Gang Members

Mumbai Police have arrested seven alleged members of the Kanna gang in connection with an extortion case. The gang is accused of extorting protection money from companies and developers in Mumbai. The recent arrests were made after an attack on a registered Mathadi worker, which led to a crackdown on the gang's activities.

The Kanna gang is believed to be led by the Kanna brothers, who are currently absconding from authorities. Despite the arrest of seven gang members, the police are still on the lookout for the gang leaders.

The arrests were made under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), which is a special law enacted to combat organised crime in the state. The law gives police more powers to tackle criminal gangs and syndicates.

The Kanna gang's extortion racket is believed to have been operating in Mumbai for some time, targeting companies and developers in the city. The gang's activities have been a cause for concern for the police, who have been working to dismantle the gang's network.

The attack on the Mathadi worker was the trigger for the recent arrests. The worker, who is registered with the Mathadi Board, was allegedly attacked by members of the Kanna gang. The incident led to a police investigation, which resulted in the arrest of seven gang members.

The police are continuing their efforts to trace the absconding gang leaders. Investigators are working to gather more evidence and build a strong case against the gang members.

The arrests are a significant breakthrough in the case, and the police are hopeful that they will be able to bring the gang leaders to justice soon. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of the Mumbai Police to combat organised crime in the city.

The Mumbai Police have been working to tackle extortion rackets and other forms of organised crime in the city. The arrest of the Kanna gang members is a testament to the police's commitment to keeping the city safe.

In recent years, Mumbai has seen a number of cases of extortion and organised crime. The police have been working to combat these crimes, and the arrest of the Kanna gang members is a significant step in this direction.

The case is a reminder of the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between the police and the public to combat organised crime. The Mumbai Police are urging anyone with information about the Kanna gang or other criminal activities to come forward and assist in the investigation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kanna gang accused of?

The Kanna gang is accused of extorting protection money from companies and developers in Mumbai.

How many gang members were arrested?

Seven alleged Kanna gang members were arrested under MCOCA.

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