An alleged accused, identified as Suraj alias Kana, who was wanted in a murder case, was apprehended in northwest Delhi’s Ashok Vihar area early Thursday following an exchange of gunfire with police. The accused sustained a bullet injury to his leg during the encounter and is reported to be in stable condition at a local hospital.
Police Receive Tip-off, Lay Ambush
Information was available with The Chenab Times that Suraj had been absconding after allegedly committing a murder in the Wazirpur industrial area two days prior to his apprehension. Investigators received specific intelligence late Wednesday night regarding the accused’s movements near Pul Prahladpur. Based on this input, a police team was strategically positioned to intercept him.
The encounter unfolded around 3 a.m. when Suraj arrived at the designated spot on a scooter. According to police officials, upon being intercepted and asked to surrender, the accused opened fire on the police personnel. A bullet struck one of the officers, who was wearing a bulletproof jacket, though he did not sustain serious injury.
Retaliatory Fire Leads to Apprehension
In response to the firing from the accused, the police team retaliated, resulting in Suraj sustaining a gunshot wound to his leg. He was subsequently overpowered, taken into custody, and promptly transported to a hospital for medical attention. His condition has been described as stable by authorities.
Police stated that further investigation will commence once the accused’s medical condition improves, with the aim of questioning him about his alleged involvement in the recent murder and any potential connections to other criminal activities. The weapon used by Suraj in the firing incident was recovered by the police at the scene.
The incident highlights the ongoing efforts by the Delhi Police to apprehend individuals involved in serious criminal offenses and their proactive approach in responding to intelligence inputs. The area where the encounter took place is known for its industrial activities and surrounding residential colonies.
Further details regarding the murder case for which Suraj was wanted are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses. The police are also looking into any potential accomplices or criminal networks the accused might be associated with. The Wazirpur industrial area has been a focal point for the investigation into the initial murder that led to the manhunt for Suraj.
The apprehension in Ashok Vihar marks a significant step in the investigation of the Wazirpur murder case. Authorities are committed to ensuring that all individuals involved in such heinous crimes are brought to justice. The injured police officer is also undergoing observation but is expected to recover fully.
The Chenab Times News Desk