In a significant development, the Central Range of the Delhi Crime Branch has apprehended a fugitive involved in a murder case dating back almost four decades, providing closure to a long-standing investigation since 1986.
The arrested individual, Chandra Shekhar Prasad, had been evading authorities for around 40 years after allegedly killing his wife in East Delhi’s Shakarpur region. The police operation, termed “Justice after 40 years,” successfully resolved the cold murder case through persistent efforts and exceptional investigative skills.
The incident, which occurred on October 19, 1986, involved the accused brutally murdering his wife by using bricks, reportedly due to suspicions of infidelity. Following the crime, Prasad and his associates fled the scene, with the accused declared a proclaimed offender in 1987, leading to decades of unsuccessful pursuit.
Despite challenges posed by the case’s age and lack of digital resources, a dedicated team led by Inspector Sunil Kumar Kalkhande, under the supervision of ACP Satendra Mohan, meticulously traced the accused’s movements across Delhi and Bihar. Through a combination of technical inputs and human intelligence, the police successfully located and arrested Prasad on April 22, 2026, in North-West Delhi.
Upon interrogation, the accused confessed to the crime, revealing that domestic disputes and suspicions prompted the heinous act. It was disclosed that Prasad had managed to evade capture for years by frequently changing locations across multiple states and even seeking refuge in an ashram.
The Delhi Crime Branch reiterated its commitment to pursuing criminals and delivering justice to victims, emphasizing its dedication to resolving even the most longstanding cases.
