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Delhi Minor Raped, Murdered: Four Held
17 Sep
Summary
- A minor girl was found raped and murdered in Delhi's Swaroop Nagar.
- Four suspects, including three juveniles, have been arrested.
- CCTV footage and a tempo trail were crucial in cracking the case.
In a swift development, Delhi Police apprehended four individuals, including three juveniles, in connection with the alleged gang rape and murder of a minor girl. The victim's body was discovered on September 13 in an open field near Kushak Road in Swaroop Nagar. Investigators confirmed the girl was raped before being murdered, registering cases under relevant sections of the law, including the POCSO Act.
The investigation gained momentum after police analyzed footage from over 50 CCTV cameras, identifying a suspicious tempo that led them to the accused. Shivam alias Sudama, along with three minors aged 16 and 17, were taken into custody. Evidence recovered includes knives and blood-stained clothing, allegedly worn by the suspects during the crime. The tempo used in the incident has also been seized.
Preliminary findings suggest a pre-existing acquaintance between the victim and one of the arrested individuals. Police are actively investigating the sequence of events that led the girl to the crime scene and the specific roles of each accused in the alleged sexual assault and murder. The inquiry continues to ascertain if any other persons were involved in the heinous crime.
