Prominent Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun announced Tuesday that federal authorities in the United States and Canada have warned him of a new credible threat to his life. He said the FBI and the RCMP have notified him of the danger, as authorities previously pursued other plots linked to his advocacy for a sovereign Sikh state.
Pannun’s warning comes as another man is positioned for sentencing later this year in connection with a 2023 death plot against him. The case and charges tied to that incident have been referenced by authorities as part of the ongoing security concerns surrounding Pannun.
Details about the nature of the threat or the individuals involved have not been disclosed publicly. Pannun has previously drawn attention from law enforcement in connection with plots aimed at him, and U.S. authorities have described past efforts to target him in violent schemes.
The announcements underscore continuing tensions surrounding Sikh separatist movements and the safety considerations for figures connected to them. No additional information on potential protective measures or investigations was provided in the statements referenced.