Assistant sub-inspector stabbed by robber succumbs to injuries: Delhi Police

On Wednesday, around 4 pm, a woman named Vandana approached Dayal and asked for his help after her phone was allegedly snatched by a man who she said had also threatened her with a knife. Dayal took the complainant to the spot to identify the accused.

“The woman pointed out the person and left. He caught the accused, identified as Anish Raj, 24, a resident of Mayapuri. While ASI Dayal was taking Anish to the police station, Anish pulled out a knife which he had kept hidden under his shirt and attacked ASI Dayal. He sustained injuries on his chest, abdomen, neck and even on his back as he was stabbed multiple times,” said an officer.

The accused tried to flee but was immediately caught and arrested with his knife. The police said the staff was alerted and they overpowered Anish.

“ASI Dayal was rushed to the hospital but he died. We are taking strict legal action against the accused for attacking an on-duty officer. An FIR has been registered against him,” Ghanshyam Bansal, DCP (West), said.

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