Bahraich (UP), April 2 A jeweller in the Mihinpurwa town received a letter demanding Rs 5 lakh, bearing the names of gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi and Anmol Bishnoi, along with a cartridge, on Thursday.
The letter was reportedly thrown at 'Jagdish Jewellers' on Wednesday night.
The handwritten note warned the shop owner, Chandramohan Soni, to pay the amount or face harm to himself and his son.
Soni also reported receiving threatening calls from unknown numbers.
Traders expressed anger over the incident and warned of agitation if prompt action is not taken.
The police said they had filed a case against unknown persons.
Circle Officer Pradyumna Singh vowed strict action against the culprits.
