Delhi court slams Delhi police for a decade-long delay in filing FIR after a 2007 murder, calling the dereliction of duty in a homicide case intolerable and disturbing.
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NEW DELHI: In a shocking revelation that has reignited public concerns over police accountability and efficiency, a Delhi court has called out the Delhi Police for their gross negligence and apparent complicity in covering up a brutal 2007 murder.
The case, now revived after nearly 18 years, exposes systemic rot in law enforcement where even the most basic duty, registering a First Information Report (FIR), was brazenly ignored.
The facts of the case date back to July 30, 2007, when a man aged around 30-35 years was found dead under suspicious circumstances. The post-mortem report revealed two crucial signs pointing to a homicidal death: a ligature mark around the neck and a grievous injury on the back of the head. Despite these clear indicators of foul play, no FIR was registered at the time, and the body was allegedly disposed of in a nearby drain to conceal the crime.
Statements from four witnesses revealed that the victim was employed at Mohan Hotel, Ajmeri Gate, and was murdered within its premises. These witnesses, along with forensic evidence and crime scene details, should have compelled immediate police action. However, the police failed to act, leading to nearly two decades of inaction and injustice.
Judicial Magistrate Bharti Beniwal minced no words in her order, expressing grave concern over the “utter apathy and gross negligence” of the police. According to the court:
“It is indeed unfortunate that a young man was found dead under suspicious and clearly incriminating circumstances, yet no FIR was registered by the police officials concerned.”
The court emphasized that the conduct of the police officials indicated either wilful inaction or a deliberate attempt to shield the culprits. This raises alarming questions about corruption, lack of accountability, and systemic failure within the law enforcement machinery.
Further, the court pointed out that even after a belated FIR was registered, no meaningful steps were taken to investigate the matter, no visits to witnesses, no interrogation of suspects, and no sincere effort to bring the perpetrators to justice. The entire episode seemed to be a mere formality, devoid of any genuine intent to resolve a heinous crime.
One of the most troubling aspects of this case is the absence of a complete police record, which the court found deeply problematic. Retired ACP Dinesh Kumar, who was the then SHO of Kamla Market police station, claimed he “came across” the inquest report years later and only then sought permission from the DCP to register an FIR.
Such explanations not only appear insufficient but also raise suspicion regarding possible complicity or collusion between hotel authorities and police officials. The court directed the police to investigate this angle thoroughly and explore whether there was deliberate shielding of the accused.
In a significant move, the court issued notice to:
- The DCP Central District is to provide a list of SHOs, inspectors, and ACPs associated with the case from 2007 till the date.
- The Joint Commissioner of Police, Central Range, is to fix accountability and initiate departmental and legal action against erring officials.
A compliance report has been sought within three weeks, and the next hearing has been scheduled for August 2.
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