Rohini Police Crack Down on Crime Networks, Arrest Six in Four Major Operations

New Delhi: The Rohini District Police have launched a major crackdown on organised criminal activities, targeting illegal arms suppliers, drug traffickers and vehicle theft gangs through four separate operations. Six accused have been arrested, with police recovering seven illegal firearms, 24 live cartridges, 310 grams of heroin, five stolen two-wheelers, a Mahindra Thar and ₹11 lakh in cash.

The operations were conducted by teams from the Special Staff, Narcotics Squad and Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS). Police are now questioning the arrested accused to identify their associates and establish links with wider criminal networks.

Joint Commissioner of Police, Western Range, Vijay Singh, shared details of the operations during a media briefing at Delhi Police Headquarters. He said the district police were carrying out sustained operations to curb illegal arms supply and organised criminal activities.

Arms Supply Network Busted, Two Accused Arrested with Six Firearms

The Rohini District Special Staff arrested two alleged arms suppliers, Jogender alias Jock and Johnny alias Akshay, recovering six firearms, 24 live cartridges, ₹11 lakh in cash and a Mahindra Thar.

According to police, the Special Staff received a tip-off on November 12 about an illegal arms supplier expected to visit the Rohini district. Acting on the information, a team led by Inspector Sandeep Godara, under the supervision of ACP Operations Ajmer Singh, laid a trap in the Begumpur area.

Jogender alias Jock was intercepted after arriving in a Mahindra Thar. A search reportedly led to the recovery of three pistols, one country-made pistol, 14 cartridges and ₹11 lakh in cash.

During questioning, Johnny alias Akshay was identified as the alleged source of the weapons. He was subsequently arrested, and three additional pistols and 10 live cartridges were recovered from his possession.

Police said the 40-year-old Jogender was allegedly operating an illegal betting network in Mangolpuri, Sultanpuri and Nangloi. He was also reportedly receiving threats from rival gangs. Investigators are examining possible links with the gang of Rahul Pachpach, who was recently arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell.

According to investigators, Jogender allegedly intended to use weapons and cash to establish influence in the area, expand his network and recruit new members.

An FIR has been registered at Begumpur police station under Section 25 of the Arms Act. Jogender has previously been involved in a murder case and two assault cases, while 25-year-old Johnny has three previous cases registered against him, including attempted murder and Arms Act offences.

Narcotics Squad Seizes 310 Grams of Heroin, Arrests 27-Year-Old

In a separate operation, the Rohini District Narcotics Squad arrested 27-year-old Vishal and recovered 310 grams of heroin, which police described as a commercial quantity. A Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle and two iPhones were also seized.

Police said the team was conducting patrol and checking in the Budh Vihar area on November 12 when a suspicious motorcyclist was spotted near Khatte Wala Park. The suspect allegedly attempted to flee after noticing the police, but the team caught him following a chase.

He was identified as Vishal, a resident of Sultanpuri. The heroin was recovered during the search, following which an FIR was registered at Budh Vihar police station under Section 21 of the NDPS Act.

Deputy Commissioner of Police, Rohini, Shashank Jaiswal said the district police were continuing their campaign against drug trafficking. Investigators are questioning Vishal to identify the supply chain and establish links with other people involved in the alleged drug trade.

Police said Vishal had previously been involved in two cases, including one under the Gambling Act. The operation was conducted by a team led by Inspector Rakesh under the supervision of ACP Operations Ajmer Singh.

History-Sheeter Arrested with Country-Made Pistol

The Rohini AATS team arrested 28-year-old Ankur Chauhan and recovered a country-made pistol and one live cartridge from his possession.

According to police, the team received information on November 12 about the movement of a suspected criminal in the district. Acting on the tip-off, a team led by Inspector Mukesh Kumar, comprising SI Lal Singh and other personnel, laid a trap near the cremation ground in Sector 3, Rohini.

Ankur was intercepted at the spot, and a search resulted in the recovery of the firearm and cartridge. An FIR was registered at South Rohini police station under Section 25 of the Arms Act.

Police identified Ankur as a resident of Rithala who had studied up to Class 9 and previously worked as a labourer. He is a history-sheeter at Budh Vihar police station and has allegedly been involved in 10 criminal cases, including theft and house burglary.

Investigators are questioning him to trace the source of the weapon and identify other people connected with him.

One Arrest Leads to Recovery of Five Stolen Two-Wheelers

In another operation, the AATS Rohini team arrested 24-year-old Akram alias Sahil and recovered five stolen two-wheelers, including three motorcycles and two scooters.

Additional DCP Rohini Tanushree said the team received information on November 12 that a suspected vehicle thief would visit Rohini Sector 20. A team led by Inspector Mukesh laid a trap in the area.

When a motorcycle-borne suspect approached, police signalled him to stop. He allegedly tried to escape but was apprehended after a chase.

During verification, the motorcycle in his possession was found to have been stolen from the Mangolpuri police station area. Further investigation led to the recovery of four more stolen two-wheelers at his instance. Police said his arrest helped solve five vehicle theft cases.

Akram, a resident of Sector 20, Rohini, is reportedly unemployed and has no formal education. He is a history-sheeter at Aman Vihar police station, with 30 previous criminal cases registered against him.

Police are questioning him to recover more stolen vehicles and identify possible links to other theft incidents.

Police Intensify Action Against Organised Criminal Networks

The four operations reflect the Rohini District Police's intensified efforts against illegal firearms, drug trafficking and vehicle theft. Under the leadership of DCP Shashank Jaiswal, teams are now examining the criminal connections of the arrested accused, the sources of illegal weapons, drug supply channels and networks involved in vehicle theft.

Further investigation is underway to identify other suspects and dismantle the wider networks allegedly operating behind these activities.