A Delhi Police head constable has been arrested for allegedly shooting dead a delivery worker in the Jaffarpur Kalan area. The incident took place at around 2:30 am on Sunday when the victim and his friend were standing by a road after attending a birthday celebration.
Details of the Incident
According to police sources, the accused constable, identified as Sunil Kumar, was off-duty at the time of the shooting. He reportedly had an argument with the victim, identified as 23-year-old Manoj Kumar, a delivery worker for a food aggregator. The constable allegedly fired his service revolver, hitting Manoj in the chest. The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared dead on arrival.
Arrest and Investigation
The constable was arrested later on Sunday and has been booked under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including murder. A senior police official stated that the accused has been suspended and a thorough investigation is underway. The service revolver used in the crime has been recovered.
Police are also examining CCTV footage from the area and recording statements from eyewitnesses. The family of the victim has demanded strict action against the accused.
Background
Jaffarpur Kalan is a suburban area in southwest Delhi. The victim, Manoj Kumar, was a resident of Uttar Pradesh and had been working as a delivery executive for the past two years. He had recently moved to Delhi for better employment opportunities.
This incident has sparked outrage among the local community and raised questions about the misuse of firearms by off-duty police personnel. The Delhi Police has assured a fair and transparent investigation.
