2 notorious criminals arrested

Two notorious criminals were arrested in connection with a murder case, police said Wednesday.

Based on a tip-off, the Special Cell of Delhi Police arrested Sandeep Ahlawat (36), who is a life convict in a kidnapping case, and Varun (30) on May 13.

Police said the duo was involved in a murder case of Dharuhera, a resident of Haryana.

On February 19, Sandeep had managed to escape from custody at the Maulana Azad Medical College Hospital with the help of his associates.

"One semi-automatic pistol of .30 bore with five live cartridges and one country-made pistol with two live cartridges have been recovered from their possession," police said in statement.