72-Year-Old Occultist Kamruddin Arrested for Multiple Murders Using Poisoned Laddoos
In a shocking case that has sent ripples through the capital, Kamruddin, a 72-year-old occultist, has been arrested for allegedly killing three people using poisoned laddoos in a car on the Peeragarhi flyover in New Delhi. Police authorities have described him as a habitual offender, a shadowy figure whose criminal history stretches across Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, leaving a trail of fear and tragedy in its wake.
A Trail of Deception and Death
One of the more recent cases involves two men from UP's Firozabad – Ramnath and his relative Pooran – who met a grim fate in May last year, allegedly at the hands of Kamruddin. According to the complaint filed by Ramnath's brother, the victims crossed paths with Kamruddin, who claimed to wield "mystical powers capable of solving life's deepest problems". He allegedly lured the two with promises of occult remedies, weaving a web of deception under the pretext of ritualistic magic, and extorted money from Ramnath under the guise of providing supernatural services.
When Ramnath later demanded the money back, Kamruddin allegedly invited the unsuspecting duo to his house on May 8, assuring them they would gain "hidden treasures" through certain rites. There, he administered a poisonous substance to the men. The following morning, their bodies were discovered in a narrow lane, surrounded by remnants of dark rituals: glass objects, laddoos, ceremonial items, and even a small bicycle. Investigators said Kamruddin may have duped the men of Rs 5 lakh before being arrested.
Decades of Criminal Activity
Kamruddin's dark history dates back to 2014, when he allegedly murdered a woman in Rajasthan's Dholpur. Police are now probing his possible involvement in at least five other murder cases, indicating a long-standing pattern of violence. A father of seven, Kamruddin lived in Ghaziabad's Loni, where he practised occult rituals for more than a decade. Police revealed he operated in both Loni and Firozabad, presenting himself as a "healer" capable of treating ailments and resolving issues.
Visiting cards recovered from him advertised his "ability to provide solutions for every conceivable difficulty", according to cops. A senior police officer explained that while initial inquiries suggested people approached Kamruddin seeking healing services for a fee, further probe revealed a darker pattern. He did not limit himself to mere healing; he preyed upon the human desire for sudden wealth, promising clients 'dhanvarsha', or 'wealth showers', claiming immense riches could materialise through his mystical powers.
"Kamruddin would perform elaborate tricks before people with a shawl, creating the illusion that money was magically appearing," the officer said. "This display exploited people's greed and longing for quick riches, ensnaring them in his malevolent influence."
The Peeragarhi Flyover Case
In the Peeragarhi case, 78-year-old Randhir, a property dealer residing in Baprola with his family, was one of the victims. Family members remembered him as a cheerful and prosperous man, earning Rs 15-16 lakh a month from rental income and owning land near Chanchal Park leased to a petrol pump. The family was preparing to inaugurate a newly-built ground-plus-3-floor property, worth about Rs 5 crore, on March 25. Known for his generosity, he frequently donated large sums to cow shelters.
Other victims included Shiv Naresh, a contractor-turned-property dealer active in Baprola for over five years, and Laxmi, a caregiver who initially met Kamruddin to seek treatment for her husband's heart-related ailments. Kamruddin has been booked under BNS sections related to murder and poisoning, as investigations continue to uncover the full extent of his alleged crimes.
