New Delhi: The Special Staff of Delhi Police’s North Range has arrested two alleged associates of the Tillu Gang following a brief exchange of fire, solving a recent murder case and preventing further targeted attacks planned by the criminal network.
Addressing the media, Joint Commissioner of Police (North Range) Vijay Singh said the accused attempted to evade arrest by opening fire on the police team during the operation. The police retaliated, overpowered the suspects and took both into custody.
According to the Joint Commissioner, the operation not only led to the arrest of two active gang members but also helped crack a recent murder case allegedly linked to the gang. He added that the timely action by the police thwarted further targeted attacks that were allegedly being planned.
During the operation, the police recovered two illegal pistols, six live cartridges, six empty cartridge cases, and the motorcycle allegedly used by the accused in the commission of the offence.
Delhi Police said further investigation is underway to ascertain the involvement of the arrested individuals in other criminal cases and to identify additional members and associates of the gang.