Delhi Police have made significant progress in the investigation of the violent clashes that erupted in the Turkman Gate area last month, apprehending two more suspects. This development brings the total number of individuals arrested in connection with the case to eleven.
Fresh Arrests in Ongoing Investigation
The latest arrests were carried out by the police team from the Daryaganj police station. The two individuals taken into custody have been identified as Mohammad Nasir (24) and Mohammad Javed (25). Both are residents of the Turkman Gate locality itself, where the incident took place.
According to police officials, the arrests were made based on evidence gathered from video footage of the violence and through local intelligence. The accused were found to be actively involved in the stone-pelting and arson that disrupted the peace of the area.
Details of the Incident and Charges
The violent altercation occurred on March 9, 2024, near the Turkman Gate. The situation quickly escalated into a communal clash involving groups pelting stones and setting vehicles on fire. The police had to intervene to bring the situation under control.
A case was registered under several stringent sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The charges include:
- Section 307 (Attempt to murder)
- Section 436 (Mischief by fire or explosive substance with intent to destroy house, etc.)
- Section 427 (Mischief causing damage to property)
- Section 147 (Rioting)
- Section 148 (Rioting, armed with deadly weapon)
- Section 149 (Unlawful assembly)
These sections reflect the serious nature of the violence, which included attempts to cause grievous harm and the deliberate destruction of property through fire.
Police Investigation and Community Impact
The investigation is being led by the Daryaganj police station. Authorities have been meticulously analyzing video evidence from the scene and conducting raids to identify all perpetrators. The arrest of Nasir and Javed is a direct result of this sustained effort.
The total number of arrests in this case now stands at 11. The police have indicated that the investigation is still active, and further arrests are possible as they continue to examine the evidence and identify other individuals involved in the rioting.
This incident has heightened tensions in the historic Turkman Gate area, a densely populated part of Old Delhi. Local residents and business owners have expressed concern over the sudden outbreak of violence and have appealed for lasting peace. Community leaders have called for calm and cooperation with the police investigation.
The swift action by Delhi Police in making multiple arrests sends a strong message against communal violence and attempts to disrupt public order. It underscores the force's commitment to holding those responsible accountable under the full extent of the law. The case remains a priority as authorities work to ensure justice is served and prevent any recurrence of such events.
