Delhi police arrested two long‑escaped, wanted criminals during a special anti‑drug operation in Central Delhi, catching them in separate raids on July 10, 2026.
In a coordinated raid, Delhi police apprehended Aakash “Golu” and Kanti Devi, both declared fugitives. The arrests were part of a sustained anti‑drug campaign targeting violent and fraud cases.
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Delhi police seized two high‑profile fugitives on 10 July 2026 in Central Delhi, using a dedicated anti‑drug unit.
The operation, led by senior officials from the Central District Deputy Commissioner office, targeted Aakash, alias Golu, 30 years old, and Kanti Devi, 55 years old. Both were listed as declared criminals by Delhi authorities.
Aakash was located in the K.K.D. Court area, a known hotspot for organized crime. He had been named a declared criminal by the J.M.F.C‑4 court on 15 April 2024, following a case under Section 392/34 of the Indian Penal Code and the Arms Act. The Central Delhi police, after receiving a tip on the morning of 10 July, acted quickly. Their team—comprising Inspector Rahul, Assistant Sub‑Inspector Manish, Head Constable Anju Kumar, and Constable Himanshi—surprised him, and he was taken into custody without resistance.
Parallel to this, Kanti Devi was discovered in her apartment in Sonia Wihar, Delhi. A tip reached the team on the same day, prompting an immediate raid. She had been declared a criminal on 30 May 2024 by the J.M.F.C‑II court, with charges under Sections 420, 468, and 471 for fraud and forgery. The police confirmed all procedural requirements before locking her up.
Both arrests followed a series of investigations in the Central District, where the anti‑drug cell had been conducting continuous operations against declared criminals. The team gathered intelligence locally and executed manual surveillance to pinpoint the fugitives’ locations.
Officials emphasised that these arrests are part of an ongoing campaign to bring escaped offenders to justice. By detaining both Aakash and Kanti, the Delhi Police aim to curtail further illegal activities and reinforce the rule of law.
Crime analysts note that the swift capture of two serious offenders showcases the effectiveness of the Central District’s dedicated anti‑drug strategy. It also signals a broader commitment to enforcing criminal law across Delhi.
After securing the suspects, the police will forward them to the Delhi Criminal Courts. Further details on court proceedings will emerge as the judicial process unfolds.
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