Delhi Police have arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with a gang-related shooting in Jahangir Puri that resulted in the death of one man, marking a significant development in the ongoing investigation.
Key Points
- A 22-year-old man, Firdaus, has been arrested in connection with the murder of Rehmatullah in Jahangir Puri, Delhi.
- The shooting is believed to be the result of ongoing gang rivalry in the Jahangir Puri area.
- Firdaus, who was absconding since the March 4th murder, confessed to his involvement during interrogation.
- The accused has a prior history of criminal activity, including a theft case, and comes from a family with a criminal background.
A 22-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly being involved in the gunning down of a man in northwest Delhi's Jahangir Puri earlier this month in a group rivalry, police said on Thursday.
Firdaus alias Chumma, a local, had been absconding since the murder on March 4.
According to the police, Firdaus, accompanied by an associate, allegedly opened fire at a rival group, killing a man, who was identified as Rehmatullah alias Bhola.
On Wednesday evening, police laid a trap near Bhalaswa Lake and apprehended Firdaus around 6 pm.
Confession and Motive
During interrogation, Firdaus allegedly confessed to his involvement in the crime, stating that he, along with an associate, had carried out the firing to settle scores with the rival group.
Accused's Background
According to the police, Firdaus has a previous involvement in a theft case and comes from a family with a criminal background.
He had been changing locations to evade arrest since the incident.
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