Two Minors Detained for Allegedly Murdering 13-Year-Old Boy in Delhi
2 minors detained for strangling 13-year-old to death in Delhi
Hindustan Times
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In a tragic incident, police in Delhi have detained two 16-year-old boys for allegedly strangling a 13-year-old boy to death. The victim, who went missing from Bhati Mines, was found dead a day later, prompting local protests demanding justice.
- 01The victim was a Class 8 student who went missing while playing with friends.
- 02The two suspects confessed to the murder following an argument.
- 03Local protests erupted after the body was discovered, demanding a thorough investigation.
- 04The victim's family criticized police for delayed response to their missing persons report.
- 05Authorities have assured a fair investigation into the incident.
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On Tuesday, police in Delhi recovered the body of a 13-year-old boy who had been reported missing from Bhati Mines. Two 16-year-old acquaintances of the victim were detained for allegedly strangling him a day earlier. The victim, a Class 8 student, went missing after leaving home to play with friends. His parents, both daily wage workers, filed a missing persons report, but they claimed police at the Maidangarhi police station delayed their complaint. After the body was found, local residents protested near the Sanjay Colony police post, demanding justice. Police stated that the suspects confessed to the murder during questioning, claiming they had an argument with the victim. The family of the deceased alleged that the boys were under the influence of drugs and called for them to be tried as adults. The body has been handed over to the family after an autopsy.
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This incident has raised concerns about safety in the community and the effectiveness of local law enforcement.
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