New Delhi, May 17 (PTI) Delhi Police has arrested a second accused in connection with the firing incident in northeast Delhi’s Shastri Park area in which an e-rickshaw parking attendant was shot at, an official said on Sunday.
The accused, identified as Sameer, 21, a resident of New Seelampur, was arrested after police analysed evidence gathered from various sources.
A country-made pistol, one live cartridge and one fired cartridge were recovered from his possession.
The incident took place on May 15 when Ehsan, 54, was allegedly shot after objecting to two men sitting in his e-rickshaw in the Shastri Park area.
Police said one of the accused was apprehended at the spot by the public, while Sameer had been absconding.
During interrogation, Sameer
allegedly confessed to his involvement and told police that the victim had scolded them, leading to an argument and the subsequent firing.
Further investigation is underway, police said. PTI BM SHS SHS
