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Eight men fired gunshots, attempted arson, and left a threatening note demanding Rs 30 lakh, raising safety concerns in East Delhi neighborhoods.

The vandalised car after the attack on Saturday. (HT Photo)
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Overview

  • The attack occurred on April 5, 2025, when eight men on motorcycles targeted a parked car in Trilokpuri, East Delhi, firing six shots and attempting to set it on fire.
  • The car belonged to Sanjay Singh, a 56-year-old property dealer, who was not present during the attack; no injuries were reported.
  • A threatening note was left at the scene, demanding Rs 30 lakh and warning Singh to stop his alleged betting business.
  • Delhi Police and forensic experts are actively investigating the incident, exploring motives such as extortion, personal enmity, or business rivalry.
  • The brazen daylight attack has heightened concerns about public safety in Delhi’s residential areas, with no arrests made as of yet.