Delhi Murder Suspect Captured on CCTV in E-Rickshaw After Alleged Crime
In a chilling development in the Samaypur Badli murder case, Delhi Police have recovered crucial CCTV footage that allegedly shows the prime suspect, Munchun Kewat, traveling in an e-rickshaw after the brutal killings of his wife and three young daughters. The incident, which occurred late Tuesday night at the family's rented accommodation in Outer Delhi's Chandan Park area, has sent shockwaves through the community.
Footage Reveals Suspect's Movements
According to police sources, the surveillance footage captures Kewat traveling from Bhalswa Dairy to Swaroop Nagar around 5:30 am on Wednesday, approximately hours after the murders are believed to have taken place. The footage reportedly shows him wearing an orange shirt, though a relative named Sapna informed investigators that he was last seen wearing a maroon shirt on Tuesday evening. This discrepancy has led investigators to theorize that Kewat may have changed his clothes after committing the crime.
Gruesome Details of the Crime
The victims have been identified as Anita, Kewat's wife, and their three daughters aged between 3 and 5 years. Preliminary investigations indicate that all four victims had their throats slit with a sharp-edged weapon, likely while they were asleep. Police are also examining whether the victims were administered sedatives, possibly mixed with food or water, which could have rendered them unconscious before the attack. There are unconfirmed reports that Anita was pregnant at the time of her death, with authorities awaiting confirmation through the post-mortem report.
Intensive Manhunt Underway
A senior police officer revealed that at least 10 specialized teams have been formed to trace Kewat, with search operations intensified across Delhi and neighboring states. Checkpoints have been established, and coordination with local transport authorities is ongoing to track the e-rickshaw seen in the footage and its driver. Authorities are also examining reports of unidentified bodies in the region amid concerns that Kewat might have fled the city or could attempt suicide.
Last Known Interactions
Rubi, a relative who lived nearby, provided a haunting account of her last encounter with Kewat on Tuesday night. She recounted returning home around 10:30 pm with her daughter when Kewat cautioned her against staying out late, citing rumors of kidnappers in the area. This interaction occurred just hours before the murders were discovered.
Discovery of the Crime
The tragedy came to light around 8:05 am on Wednesday when neighbors alerted the police. A team from the local police station rushed to the scene and found the bodies of Anita and her three daughters lying on a bed, all with fatal throat injuries. The family resided in the Chandan Park area of Samaypur Badli, a locality now gripped by fear and disbelief.
As the investigation continues, Delhi Police remain focused on apprehending Kewat and uncovering the full circumstances behind this horrific crime that has claimed four innocent lives.
