Golf Links Heist: Mastermind House Help Sushil Remains at Large as Police Intensify Search
In a shocking development from the upscale Golf Links area of New Delhi, the suspects involved in a brazen daylight robbery remain at large. Police sources indicate the gang may have already fled the city, escaping in a light grey SUV fitted with a counterfeit number plate that was strategically parked near the targeted residence.
Insider Knowledge and Meticulous Planning
Investigators have revealed that the gang conducted thorough reconnaissance before executing the crime. A police source confirmed, "They were acutely aware that the lane leading to the house had inadequate CCTV coverage and that the main entrance lacked proper surveillance." This careful planning suggests a well-organized operation.
The prime accused, identified as Sushil, worked as a house help for the Chawla family and is believed to be the mastermind behind the entire scheme. Police disclosed that Sushil knew only the businessman's wife possessed his contact details, which explains why the robbers specifically targeted her mobile phone during the incident.
Execution and Escape Strategy
The house featured two entry points, with the family typically restricting use of the back door. However, Sushil's familiarity with the property allowed the gang to exploit this vulnerability. The accused allegedly entered through the main gate with Sushil's assistance and made their escape through the rear gate, demonstrating coordinated movement.
At the time of the robbery, businessman Ashok Chawla, his wife, their daughter-in-law, and her young son were present inside the home. Local residents reported that the robbers physically manhandled the family during the ordeal, with Chawla's wife sustaining visible bruises near her eyes. When contacted for comment, the family declined to speak about the traumatic experience.
Gang Composition and Surveillance Gaps
Police have confirmed the gang consisted of six members, including Sushil. An investigative source explained, "Sushil was positioned inside the house, while the remaining five accomplices gathered nearby approximately thirty minutes prior. They arrived in smaller groups to avoid raising suspicion."
Authorities noted the robbers capitalized on the fact that vehicles entering the residential lane were rarely questioned or properly recorded. In response to the security breach, area residents have implemented stricter measures, with guards now meticulously documenting visitors' phone numbers, vehicle details, and intended destinations.
Sushil's Suspicious Behavior and Employment Background
An employee at the Chawla residence recalled Sushil's evasive behavior when asked for his contact information. "He would consistently avoid providing his phone number, promising to share it later," the employee stated. This reluctance now appears significant in hindsight.
Sushil had been employed at the residence for barely a week before the robbery occurred. Sources indicate the family's previous domestic help had returned to his village in Bihar, sent a temporary replacement who worked briefly, and then recommended Sushil for the position. Police are likely to question both former employees as part of their expanding investigation.
Police Response and Investigation Developments
Contrary to initial reports, police have not substantiated claims that a delivery person ringing the doorbell prompted the gang's hurried departure. Meanwhile, Chawla's son, who was near the Moolchand intersection during the incident, rushed home upon receiving an emergency call and forcibly opened the gate with a friend's assistance.
A senior police officer confirmed that coordinated raids are underway at multiple locations across Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, with heightened security checks at bus terminals and railway stations throughout the region. Authorities are actively tracking the accused individuals' associates and monitoring their potential movements across state lines.
The investigation continues as Delhi Police work to apprehend all suspects involved in this meticulously planned residential robbery that has shaken the affluent Golf Links community.
