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Delhi Police Shoot and Arrest Two in US Nationals Robbery Case

Officers intercepted the suspects in Astha Kunj Park on a tip-off, leaving them hospitalized under investigation.

The spot in the park where the exchange of fire took place on Sunday. (Arvind Yadav/HT Photo)
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The accused had snatched the woman's mobile phone and during the scuffle.

Overview

  • Jatin (20) alias Mogli and Akshay Baithini (20) were wounded in the right leg after opening fire on officers during their arrest on June 29.
  • The pair allegedly robbed two US nationals at knifepoint in Astha Kunj Park on June 26, injuring one victim’s hands and stealing a mobile phone.
  • Police used informant and CCTV intelligence to stage a pre-dawn trap, seizing a sophisticated pistol, a country-made katta and the stolen phone.
  • Jatin has a prior record of robbery and Arms Act offences while Akshay has no previous criminal history, and both are admitted to AIIMS Trauma Centre.
  • Cases have been registered under relevant sections of the IPC and Arms Act at Amar Colony police station as investigations continue.