In a significant breakthrough, Delhi Police have arrested a 27-year-old man, Arun, who was involved in robbing Rs 5.5 lakh in cash and valuables meant for a wedding in the Bharat Nagar area of northwest Delhi. The crime led to the cancellation of the wedding planned by the victim’s family.
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Northwest), Abhishek Dhania, Arun is a habitual offender, with a history of 11 previous robbery and theft cases. He was arrested from the Wazirpur area after police launched an extensive investigation into the theft, which occurred on November 26.
The incident came to light when the complainant, a nursery owner, reported the theft of Rs 5.5 lakh in cash and wedding clothing he had bought for his sister’s wedding. The theft occurred around 4:30 AM while the complainant left his bag unattended in the house to take a bath.
After the theft, the complainant’s wedding plans were ruined, leading to the family reporting the incident to the police. A case was registered at the Bharat Nagar police station, and a thorough investigation began.
Police analyzed CCTV footage, and after receiving a tip-off, arrested Arun, who confessed to the crime during interrogation. Authorities were able to recover most of the stolen items, including the cash and the personal documents of the victim.
During the investigation, it was revealed that Arun committed the robbery to fund his addiction to drugs and alcohol. Arun’s criminal record includes several thefts and robberies in the past.
This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts of the Delhi Police in tackling habitual offenders and preventing such crimes from affecting the community.