The Delhi Police Crime Branch has apprehended two proclaimed offenders, Kanchan and her son Jatin alias Jitin, who had been on the run since 2018. They were wanted in connection with a murder, dowry death, and cruelty case at Swaroop Nagar Police Station. The arrests are considered a significant breakthrough by the Crime Branch, as the duo had been evading authorities for over eight years.
Authorities stated that persistent efforts spanning several years led to the successful capture of the accused pair. The police highlighted the importance of securing the presence of the accused in a serious criminal case involving the death of a married woman. Allegations were made that the mother-in-law had disseminated false information about her demise to mislead investigators and avoid arrest.
The accused individuals were sought in connection with FIR No. 43/2018, filed on January 31, 2018, at Swaroop Nagar Police Station under various sections of the Indian Penal Code. The case revolves around the suspicious death of a married woman in 2018, initially registered under different IPC sections. Despite efforts to locate them over the years, the mother-in-law and brother-in-law had managed to evade authorities by frequently changing their locations.
A dedicated team within the Crime Branch had been diligently gathering intelligence on the whereabouts of the proclaimed offenders. Following specific intelligence received on July 15, simultaneous operations were conducted in Haryana’s Yamuna Nagar and Delhi’s Okhla area, resulting in the arrest of Kanchan and Jatin alias Jitin. The accused revealed during questioning that they had been evading arrest by constantly changing their hideouts and avoiding their native residence.
The operation underscores the commitment of the Delhi Police to track down and apprehend fugitives, regardless of the time elapsed. The arrests were carried out by a team from WR-II, Crime Branch, under the supervision of senior officers, showcasing the effectiveness of sustained surveillance and intelligence-led operations.
