Nazim : “Paroled Prisoner Shot Dead in East Delhi”

Prisoner, released on parole last month ago, shot dead in east Delhi

New Delhi: A 34-year-old robbery case convict, who was out on parole, was shot dead by three unidentified assailants in east Delhi’s Jafrabad area on Friday, police said.

The deceased was identified as Nazim, a resident of Chauhan Nagar in the Jafrabad area.

Deputy Commissioner of Police, Northeast, Joy Tirkey said that a police control room call regarding the incident was received at 7.30 p.m. following which a police team reached the spot.

“Nazim was shot multiple times by at least three boys and he died on the spot,” he said, adding that Nazim had four criminal cases registered against him including murder, robbery, and NDPS Act in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh.

He was convicted in a robbery case and had come out on parole about a month ago.

“The motive behind the killing is yet to be ascertained and the crime and Forensic Science Laboratory teams are on the spot,” the DCP said, adding that the police team tasked to crack the case is scanning CCTV cameras in the area to identify the culprits and apprehend them.

The tragic incident took place in the evening, sending shockwaves through the community. Nazim, a 34-year-old resident of Chauhan Nagar in Jafrabad, East Delhi, was the victim of a brutal attack by three unidentified assailants. Despite efforts to save him, Nazim succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crime.

Nazim, who had a history of criminal activities, including involvement in murder, robbery, and drug-related offenses, had recently been released on parole after serving time for a robbery conviction. The motive behind his killing remains unknown, leaving authorities puzzled as they work tirelessly to uncover the truth.

Deputy Commissioner of Police, Joy Tirkey, expressed his concern over the incident and assured the public that the police are actively investigating the case. With the help of forensic experts and the analysis of CCTV footage from the area, law enforcement officials are determined to bring the perpetrators to justice.

The local community is reeling from the loss of Nazim, and residents are calling for increased security measures to prevent such tragedies in the future. As the investigation unfolds, the authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the pursuit of justice for Nazim and his family.