Delhi Police Capture Notorious Criminal Rakesh After Shootout
Notorious criminal Rakesh, associates arrested after shootout in Delhi
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Delhi police arrested notorious criminal Rakesh and two associates following a shootout on June 6, 2026. The operation, linked to extortion cases, led to the recovery of firearms and a stolen motorcycle, with a police officer's life saved by a bulletproof vest.
- 01Rakesh, a 31-year-old criminal from Dakshinpuri, New Delhi, has a history of illegal activities and is classified as a Bad Character by local police.
- 02The police operation was initiated following extortion threats made to a local resident, leading to a shootout on June 6, 2026.
- 03During the shootout, Rakesh was injured in the leg, and a police officer's life was saved due to a bulletproof jacket.
- 04The operation involved a joint team from the Special Staff and AATS, who set up a trap based on specific intelligence.
- 05Two semi-automatic pistols, live cartridges, and a stolen motorcycle were recovered from the suspects after their arrest.
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On June 6, 2026, Delhi police apprehended notorious criminal Rakesh and two associates after a shootout in the South District. The operation targeted individuals linked to extortion cases in Saket, initiated by complaints from a local resident. Rakesh, also known as Raka, was identified through technical surveillance and CCTV analysis following an incident where he and an accomplice fired upon the complainant's home. During the police operation, the suspects attempted to flee and opened fire, injuring Rakesh and another associate. Fortunately, a police officer was protected by a bulletproof vest. The police retaliated, successfully disarming the suspects and recovering firearms and a stolen motorcycle. Rakesh, a 31-year-old with a long criminal history, was taken to the hospital for treatment after sustaining injuries during the encounter.
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The arrest of Rakesh and his associates is expected to enhance local safety and reduce extortion threats in the area.
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