Teenager Arrested for Stabbing Boy Over Drug Money Dispute in New Delhi
Delhi: Teenager slashes boy for refusing money for drugs; held
Hindustan Times
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A 16-year-old boy was arrested in New Delhi for allegedly stabbing a 17-year-old after the victim refused to give him money for drugs. The incident occurred near the Red Fort, and the accused was also linked to another attempted murder case.
- 01The incident occurred near the Red Fort in New Delhi.
- 02The victim, a 17-year-old, was hospitalized with serious injuries.
- 03The accused was on the run for several weeks before being apprehended in Haridwar, Uttarakhand.
- 04The juvenile had a history of drug addiction and was involved in another attempted murder case.
- 05The police utilized CCTV footage and technical surveillance to track down the suspect.
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In New Delhi, a 16-year-old boy has been arrested for allegedly attacking a 17-year-old with a paper cutter after the victim refused to give him money for drugs. The incident took place near the Red Fort on April 4, leading to the victim being hospitalized with serious injuries. The police were alerted on April 5 when the victim was admitted to LNJP Hospital. Following a preliminary inquiry, it was revealed that the victim had a quarrel with the assailant, who later attacked him. Despite initial difficulties in locating the suspect, police tracked him down to Haridwar, Uttarakhand, using technical surveillance. The accused confessed to living in the Chandni Chowk area and admitted to being addicted to drugs. He also reportedly attacked another individual near Jama Masjid Metro Station on the same night before fleeing. The investigation is ongoing.
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This incident highlights the ongoing issues of drug-related violence among youth in urban areas, raising concerns about public safety.
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