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Drunk Teacher Identified in Narela Harassment of Zomato Courier, Released After Counselling

Police say a medical exam confirmed intoxication, with no complaint filed.

Overview

  • Delhi Police said two men in Narela abused a delivery worker, refused to pay, and snatched the food order on September 29.
  • The delivery worker, identified as Arjun, called police but did not submit a formal complaint because he needed to continue working.
  • Officers from Narela police station found Rishi Kumar visibly intoxicated, took him for a medical examination that confirmed alcohol use, and noted he initially gave a false name as Ram Kumar.
  • Kumar, a teacher, was counselled and sent home, and the Outer-North district police say an enquiry is underway led by the Additional DCP.
  • In comments reported by The Indian Express, Kumar alleged he had canceled the order and was asked for extra charges and claimed he was beaten, an account that police dispute.