Teen Arrested for Shooting Another Youth in Delhi's Amar Colony
16-year-old held for shooting teen at Amar Colony food outlet
Hindustan Times
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A 16-year-old boy was arrested for allegedly shooting a 17-year-old at a food outlet in Amar Colony, New Delhi. The victim remains critically injured. The police are investigating the incident and the source of the firearm used.
- 01The shooting occurred during an argument at a food outlet in Amar Colony, New Delhi.
- 02The victim, a private school student, was shot in the back of the head and is currently on ventilator support.
- 03The accused, a Class 12 student, was apprehended at his home in Shyam Nagar, near Okhla Estate.
- 04Police have registered a case of attempt to murder and are investigating the firearm's source.
- 05Local residents expressed shock over the violence stemming from a minor dispute.
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A 16-year-old boy was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly shooting a 17-year-old at a food outlet in Amar Colony, New Delhi, on Tuesday evening. The victim was critically injured and is currently on ventilator support after being shot in the back of the head. The incident began when the victim, who was dining with a female friend, had a confrontation with the accused and his associates over perceived staring. Following the argument, the accused allegedly returned and fired a single shot before fleeing the scene. Police recovered the weapon and are investigating its source. The arrested juvenile, who lives with his family in Okhla, has a previous case registered against him. Local residents expressed their concern regarding the increasing violence in the area, emphasizing the alarming nature of the incident over a minor dispute.
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The incident has raised concerns about safety and youth violence in Delhi, prompting discussions among local residents.
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