The national capital witnessed a tense few minutes late at night when Delhi Police's Crime Branch and a suspected criminal came face to face on the stretch connecting Mayur Vihar to Akshardham. When the team moved to corner the accused, he allegedly attempted to flee, triggering an exchange of several rounds of gunfire from both sides. Fortunately, no one was reported injured in the encounter, and the accused was eventually overpowered and taken into custody.
Firing breaks out suddenly on Mayur Vihar-Akshardham road
The incident occurred late at night near the loop leading from Mayur Vihar towards Akshardham. The Crime Branch had received information that a suspect linked to criminal activities was likely to arrive in the area. Acting on the tip-off, the police team stepped up surveillance along the probable route and began preparing to corner him.
According to police, as soon as the suspect's presence was confirmed, the team moved to stop him. It is alleged that the accused attempted to escape the police cordon, during which firing broke out. Crime Branch personnel returned fire in response, and several rounds were exchanged for some time before the team managed to overpower and detain the accused.
No one injured despite the exchange of fire
The accused was not hit by any bullet during the encounter. There has also been no report of any police personnel or bystanders being injured. Security in the area was subsequently stepped up, and an investigation into the aspects linked to the spot has begun.
The arrested accused has been identified as a resident of Meerut. Police suspect, based on a check of his criminal history, that he is linked to several serious cases. Investigators are also probing his suspected involvement in firing and murder-related incidents in Delhi's Chhawla area.
Why had the accused come to Delhi?
Following the encounter, the most pressing question for investigators is why the accused had come to Delhi. The Crime Branch is also trying to establish whether he had come alone to carry out a specific crime, or whether an organised gang was operating behind him.
Through questioning, police are gathering information about his contacts, past criminal cases and possible associates. Investigating agencies are also examining whether he has any connection to a recent incident in Delhi.
As part of its continuing effort to curb crime in the capital, the Crime Branch is keeping a close watch on such suspects with links to serious criminal activity. Further details about the accused's role and his network are expected to emerge once questioning is complete.