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FBI raises reward to $1 million for fugitive Bhadreshkumar Patel- Who is he?

TT Editor·Updated: 11 Mar 2026 12:49 pm IST
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FBI raises reward to $1 million for fugitive Bhadreshkumar Patel- Who is he?

The FBI has significantly increased the reward for information leading to the capture of Bhadreshkumar Patel, raising it to $1 million. Patel is a fugitive wanted for the 2015 murder of his wife, Palak Patel, who was just 21 years old at the time of her death. The incident occurred at a donut shop in Maryland, where Patel allegedly stabbed Palak before fleeing. This case has garnered attention as Patel has been on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted list for nearly a decade. Authorities believe he may have fled to India, and despite extensive investigations, his whereabouts remain unknown. The FBI's heightened reward aims to encourage tips from the public that could assist in locating this dangerous individual. The case underscores ongoing issues related to domestic violence, highlighting the tragic circumstances surrounding Palak Patel's untimely death and the need for justice. As the investigation continues, the FBI hopes that the increased reward will lead to new information that could finally bring Patel to justice.

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