The prime accused in the Surya Chauhan murder case was killed in a police encounter in Delhi on Friday. The accused, identified as Vikas, had been on the run since the brutal murder of the 22-year-old woman in the national capital earlier this month.
Details of the Encounter
According to police officials, the encounter took place in the early hours of Friday in the Sangam Vihar area. The accused was shot after he opened fire on a police team that had cornered him. He was declared dead on arrival at a nearby hospital.
Background of the Case
Surya Chauhan, a resident of south Delhi, was found murdered on March 2. Her body was discovered with multiple stab wounds. The police had launched a manhunt for the accused, who was believed to be known to the victim. Investigations revealed that the accused had been harassing the victim for some time.
The police had formed multiple teams to track down the accused, who had been changing locations frequently. The breakthrough came after a tip-off about his presence in the Sangam Vihar area.
Police Statement
Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Atul Kumar Thakur said, "The accused was given a chance to surrender, but he instead fired at the police team. In self-defense, the police fired back, resulting in his death. We have recovered a pistol and other evidence from the spot."
The police have also arrested two other individuals in connection with the case, who are suspected of helping the accused evade capture. Further investigations are underway.
Reactions
The family of the victim has expressed relief at the news of the accused's death. Surya's father said, "We are satisfied that justice has been served. We hope this sends a strong message to those who commit such heinous crimes."
Local residents have also praised the police for their swift action. However, some have raised concerns about the increasing crime rate in the area.
The case has once again highlighted the issue of women's safety in the city. Several women's rights groups have called for stricter laws and better enforcement to prevent such incidents.
