Juvenile Detained in Shahdara Double Murder Case
In Shahdara, Delhi, a 17-year-old has been detained for his involvement in a double murder case. The juvenile, a distant relative of the victims, was the main conspirator in the plot to kill 40-year-old Aakash Sharma over a Rs 70,000 debt dispute.
The Incident
The attack occurred on Diwali evening when two individuals on a motorcycle targeted Aakash Sharma. Both Aakash and his nephew Rishabh were killed, while Aakash’s son Krish was injured.
Details of the Conspiracy
DCP Prashant Gautam revealed that the minor had a dispute with Aakash Sharma, who had promised to lend him Rs 70,000 but later refused. In retaliation, the minor hired a shooter to kill Aakash. The conspiracy was planned over 15 to 17 days.
The minor confessed that the intention was only to kill Aakash, but Rishabh was shot when he tried to catch the shooter. Aakash was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital, and Rishabh succumbed to his injuries later.
Police Investigation
The Police Control Room received a call about the shooting in Bihari Colony, Shahdara. Upon arrival, police found three injured individuals who were rushed to the hospital. Eyewitness Yash Sharma, a relative, stated that the minor arrived with another person on a scooty and instructed the shooter to kill Aakash.
A case has been registered under sections 103, 109, and 351(3) of the Indian Penal Code at the Farsh Bazar Police Station. The police are continuing their investigation to apprehend the other accused.
Doubts Revealed
Juvenile -: A juvenile is a young person who is not yet an adult. In India, this usually means someone under the age of 18.
Shahdara -: Shahdara is a district in the eastern part of Delhi, which is the capital city of India.
Double Murder -: A double murder means that two people were killed. In this case, it refers to the deaths of Aakash Sharma and his nephew Rishabh.
Diwali -: Diwali is a major Hindu festival celebrated in India, known as the Festival of Lights. It involves lighting lamps, bursting crackers, and celebrating with family and friends.
Debt Dispute -: A debt dispute happens when people disagree about money that is owed. In this case, it was about Rs 70,000 that Aakash Sharma was supposed to pay.
IPC Sections -: IPC stands for Indian Penal Code, which is a set of laws in India. Different sections of the IPC are used to charge people with different crimes.
