Over 400 criminals arrested ahead of Assembly polls in northwest Delhi

Delhi Police arrests 415 criminals, including 81 proclaimed offenders, in Operation Crackdown to ensure public safety before elections.

Delhi Police has arrested 415 wanted criminals, including 81 proclaimed offenders, under its 'Operation Crackdown conducted in the northwest district of the city from December 1 to 15, an official said on Monday (December 16, 2024).

The operation, involving over 1,500 personnel, was aimed at curbing criminal activities and ensuring public safety ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Northwest) Abhishek Dhania said.

“Teams have arrested 81 proclaimed offenders and parole jumpers among those held,” the officer said.

He said that the operation targeted those involved in theft, robbery, and other serious offenses. It led to the detention of 21 individuals linked to organised crime, including bootlegging, gambling, narcotics, and street crimes.

“During the crackdown, 61 people were apprehended in drug trafficking cases and 53 juveniles wanted in various cases were detained, 18 of whom were involved in heinous crimes,” the DCP said.

“Social media accounts of 67 juveniles were deactivated to curb the glorification of criminal activities through online platforms,” he added.

“Additionally, 22 illegal weapons and live cartridges were seized and 15 people were arrested. Preventive measures were taken against 81 individuals involved in arms act cases,” the DCP said.