Delhi Police Achieves Major Breakthrough in Snatching Cases

In a significant operation, Delhi police have arrested two individuals involved in snatching incidents, one of whom has a staggering 70 criminal cases against him. The arrests occurred in Karol Bagh following a tip-off about suspicious activity. The primary suspect, Kamran, has a history of serious crimes, including robbery and arson. His accomplice, motivated by financial need, was lured into the gang with promises of daily earnings. The police are continuing their investigation to locate other gang members and the motorcycle used in their crimes. This operation highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat rising crime rates in the city.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 18, 2026, 23:38 IST

Significant Arrests in Karol Bagh

In Delhi, amidst a surge in snatching and robbery incidents, law enforcement has made a notable breakthrough. Two snatchers were apprehended in the Karol Bagh area, one of whom has an extensive criminal record with over 70 cases registered against him.

On Thursday evening, the Delhi police received a tip-off about two suspicious individuals near Mata Sundari College. A police team quickly set up a trap in the area. Shortly after, two young men were spotted arriving on a motorcycle—one identified as Sameer, alias Kamran from Bhajanpura, and the other as Sameer from Karawal Nagar. Upon stopping them, officers discovered a woman's purse in their possession. When questioned, both attempted to flee, but the police managed to apprehend them after a brief chase.

Criminal Background Revealed
During interrogation, it was revealed that Kamran is not an ordinary thief but a seasoned criminal involved in serious offenses such as snatching, robbery, and even arson. He is wanted in a case at the Jafrabad police station for allegedly setting a shop on fire and demanding a ransom of one crore rupees from the shop owner.

Daily Earnings from Theft
The second suspect, Sameer, comes from a financially struggling family. According to police, he needed money for his sister's wedding. Kamran exploited this situation by luring him into his gang, promising him 2,000 rupees daily for assisting in snatching.

Investigation Ongoing
Both suspects used to ride a motorcycle, wore helmets, and concealed their number plates to avoid detection. Police noted that they had previously been arrested in a snatching case registered at the IP Estate police station. Following their arrest, officers recovered a stolen handbag, mobile phone, and various other items from them. Currently, the police are searching for their accomplices and the motorcycle used in the crimes.