YouTuber Salim Wastik, fugitive for 25 years, arrested for 1995 murder
‘Ex-Muslim’ YouTuber Salim Wastik, who was attacked by two ‘fanatic’ brothers, turns out to be a murderer himself – running from the law for more than 25 years
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Salim Khan, known as Salim Wastik on YouTube, has been arrested for the kidnapping and murder of a 13-year-old boy in 1995 after evading law enforcement for over 25 years. His recent attack by two brothers, offended by his views on Islam, led to a police investigation that ultimately uncovered his true identity.
- 01Salim Khan, alias Salim Wastik, was convicted of kidnapping and murdering a 13-year-old boy in 1995.
- 02He evaded arrest for over 25 years, assuming a new identity and becoming a YouTuber.
- 03Two brothers attacked him in February 2023, claiming to be offended by his religious views.
- 04Both attackers were killed by police shortly after the incident.
- 05Khan was arrested in April 2023 after police confirmed his identity through modern verification techniques.
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Salim Khan, also known as Salim Wastik, was arrested by the Delhi Police Crime Branch after being a fugitive for over 25 years. He was originally convicted for the 1995 kidnapping and murder of 13-year-old Sandeep Bansal, who was abducted for a ransom of ₹30,000. After jumping bail in 2000, Khan assumed a new identity and became a controversial YouTuber, attracting attention for his views on Islam. In February 2023, he was attacked by two brothers, Gulfam and Zeeshan, who were reportedly provoked by his opinions. Following their attack, which left Khan injured, police killed both brothers in encounters. A dedicated police team later confirmed Khan's identity and apprehended him in April 2023, sending him to Tihar Jail to serve his life sentence. This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking down long-term fugitives and the importance of modern investigative techniques.
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The arrest of Salim Khan highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in tracking long-term fugitives and the implications for community safety.
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