Sat Sep 06 02:23:08 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Indian gangster Randeep Malik, allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, is accused of demanding a Rs 3 crore ransom from businessman Romi King, who resides in Portugal. King reported receiving threatening calls and having his company offices in Lisbon shot at after refusing to pay. Malik has claimed responsibility for the shooting on social media. King denies any connection to criminal activities and fears for his safety, stating he has no ties to the Bishnoi gang. Malik, who is wanted in India for murder and extortion, is currently believed to be in the US.

**News Article:**

**Indian Gangster Claims Responsibility for Lisbon Shooting, Extortion Attempt**

Lisbon, Portugal – Indian gangster Randeep Malik, reportedly connected to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, has claimed responsibility for a recent shooting at the company offices of Indian businessman Romi King in the Odivelas suburb of Lisbon. Malik is also accused of attempting to extort Rs 3 crore (approximately €336,000) from King.

In an exclusive interview with NDTV, King, who has resided in Portugal since 2013, stated he received threatening calls from international numbers demanding the ransom. After refusing to pay, King’s company offices were targeted in a shooting on September 2nd. He stated that he was not present during the attack, which occurred around 1:30 AM. A police case was filed following the incident.

Malik, currently believed to be in the US, is wanted in India by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Delhi Police for a string of offenses including murder, extortion, and involvement in the Chandigarh club blasts and shootings in Canada. He allegedly claimed responsibility for the Lisbon shooting in a social media post, which included a video of the incident.

King vehemently denies any involvement in criminal activities and refutes allegations linking him to drug smuggling or illegal businesses. “Lawrence Bishnoi’s people are calling me a drug smuggler… No case is registered against me,” he told NDTV. “I request you not to defame me. I am scared.” King says he is not associated to the Bishnoi gang. He also expressed concern over attempts to defame his company on social media. NDTV has been unable to independently verify King’s claims.

The Portuguese authorities are reportedly investigating the incident. The case highlights the growing international reach of Indian organized crime.

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