
New Delhi: Two men were stabbed in a road rage incident near Khajuri Chowk in northeast Delhi on April 24, police said on Sunday, adding that they are undergoing treatment for the injuries.
The incident was reported to the Khajuri Khas police station around 9.45 pm. “Initial investigations revealed that victims, Ikram and Shehzad, travelling separately in their taxis, collided with a motorcycle near the old police station cut. A heated argument ensued, which resulted in both men getting stabbed. The accused fled the scene after the attack,” a senior police officer said.
A case was registered at the nearest police station, and a team was formed to investigate the incident.
Police analysed CCTV footage and used technical surveillance and human intelligence to track down and arrest the accused, Jai Kumar alias Anuj Pandit, 23, a resident of Shiv Vihar.
The knife used in the attack was recovered from his possession.
During questioning, Jai Kumar revealed he had an accomplice. Police said Jai Kumar is a notorious criminal with a record of five previous cases, including murder, assault on a public servant, and Arms Act violations. Efforts are underway to trace and arrest his accomplice, police said, adding, the investigation is ongoing.