A fugitive gangster named in over 15 cases of murder, robbery and theft and carrying a reward of Rs 25,000 on his head, has been arrested in Dwarka, police said today.
The gangster of the dreaded Naveen Khati gang was arrested by the crime branch on August 17. He was absconding for the last eight years, they said.
Acting on a tip-off, the crime branch team laid a trap near the expected place of his arrival and apprehended him, police said.
During interrogation, the accused confessed to his involvement in the crimes. Subsequently, he was arrested, they said.
According to the police, the Naveen Khati gang operates in the area of South-West Delhi and has more than 50 active members indulging in murder, extortion and property disputes in the area. The gang leader is presently in jail.
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