A man sustained gunshot wounds after resisting a robbery attempt in the Jafrabad area of Northeast Delhi on Tuesday afternoon. The victim is currently undergoing treatment at a local hospital, with police confirming his condition is stable.
Incident Details: Afternoon Attack on Brahmpuri Road
The alarming event unfolded during the day when the victim was passing through a lane. According to the complaint filed at the Jafrabad police station, two unidentified men approached him with the intent to snatch his mobile phone.
When the man put up resistance against the thieves, the situation escalated rapidly. One of the assailants reportedly pulled out a firearm and fired a shot before both fled the scene on Brahmpuri Road.
Police Response and Medical Treatment
Following the incident, which was reported in the afternoon hours, a police team swiftly rushed to the spot. The injured man was promptly taken to Jag Pravesh Chandra (JPC) Hospital for urgent medical care.
Authorities have stated that he is currently receiving treatment at the hospital. A senior police official confirmed that the victim's condition is now stable. An investigation into the matter is actively underway.
Ongoing Investigation and Public Safety
The case highlights concerns over street crime in the capital. Police are now analyzing the area and gathering evidence to identify and apprehend the two unidentified suspects involved in the brazen daylight attack.
This shooting incident during a snatching bid adds to the list of crimes involving firearms in the city. Local residents have expressed anxiety, urging for heightened police patrols in the lanes of Jafrabad and surrounding areas in Northeast Delhi.
