In a tragic incident in Delhi, Constable Kiran Pal was fatally attacked by three individuals in the Govindpuri area of southeast Delhi while on duty. The altercation occurred when Pal stopped the trio, who were riding a scooter, for questioning. In an attempt to evade arrest, the suspects first threw stones at Pal and, after being intercepted, stabbed him, leading to his death.
Police Action and Encounter
Following the murder, Delhi Police launched a swift search operation, resulting in the arrest of two suspects, Deepak Max and Krish Gupta, on Saturday. The primary accused, identified as Raghav alias Rocky, attempted to evade capture by hiding in the Sangam Vihar area. Acting on specific intelligence, the police tracked him down late Saturday night.
Raghav refused to surrender and opened fire on the police. In response, the officers retaliated in self-defense, injuring Raghav. He was taken to ESIC Hospital in Okhla, where he succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. Two cartridges were recovered from him, and no officers were harmed during the encounter.
Context and Reaction
Constable Kiran Pal’s murder highlights the risks faced by law enforcement personnel while performing their duties. The case underscores the need for continued vigilance and robust measures to ensure the safety of police officers.
This swift action by the police, culminating in the arrest and neutralization of the accused, has been a decisive response to the heinous crime. Further investigations into the motives and background of the accused are underway.
