Delhi Police has arrested a 24-year-old man wanted in a murder case after a brief exchange of fire in Khajuri Khas area of northeast Delhi early Tuesday, an officer said.
The accused, identified as Harun Saifi, a resident of Bhagirathi Vihar, was wanted in connection with the murder of a man named Raseed, he said.
On specific information about Saifi’s movement, police laid a trap in the area between Signature Bridge and Khajuri Khas Metro Station.
When the police team attempted to intercept him, the accused allegedly opened fire and tried to flee, prompting a brief exchange of fire, he added.
“The police team overpowered and apprehended him during the operation,” the officer said.
A semi-automatic pistol, two live cartridges and a scooter were recovered from his possession.
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Police said Saifi was wanted in the murder case registered at the Dayalpur Police Station.
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