A 36-year-old ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) constable was shot and killed by the son of an officer in the paramilitary force in Delhi’s Chhawla area, according to reports. The accused, identified as Digvijay (32), was arrested by the police, and the licensed weapon that belonged to the officer was recovered. The ITBP constable was a water carrier who was found dead in the officer’s house. The incident happened on Wednesday, and a case under section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code and Arms Act was registered at Chhawla police station. The forensic teams visited the site and gathered evidence. The accused was unemployed.
According to the Deputy Commissioner of Police (Dwarka) M. Harsha Vardhan, an information report was received about a shooting incident in ITBP camp Chhawla around 2:20 p.m. The incident occurred in the residence of an ITBP officer of 2IC rank.
The accused, Digvijay, is the son of the officer and was arrested soon after the incident. The weapon, which was licensed in the name of the officer, was used to commit the crime. The reason behind the shooting is yet to be identified.
Murders and violent crimes have always been an alarming issue in Delhi and the state’s capital. Such incidents not only reflect the deteriorating law and order situation in the city but also raise concern about the ruthless and indiscriminate use of firearms. While the police have arrested the accused, this incident has left the family of the ITBP constable still grieving, and the country in shock.
The incident has also brought into focus the issue of gun ownership regulations and responsible gun ownership in India. While guns can provide safety and security, unregulated and irresponsible use of firearms can harm society at large. As the investigation continues, residents hope for justice and a renewed focus on gun control laws to prevent such incidents in the future.
