Youth Arrested in ₹50 Lakh Jewellery Heist in Delhi

A 22-year-old man has been arrested for his alleged role in an armed robbery that involved jewellery valued at over ₹50 lakh in Delhi’s Subhash Place. The suspect, identified as Shivam, was apprehended following a police investigation into the incident, which occurred on June 12, 2023.

According to police officials, Shivam had previously worked as an air conditioning repair technician and later at a garment shop before becoming involved in criminal activities. His arrest marks a significant development in the case, as three other individuals—Jitender, Vijay Kumar, and Vishal Sain—had already been taken into custody in connection with the robbery.

The robbery unfolded in an upscale area when three armed assailants attacked a jewellery salesman. The victim suffered stab wounds and was robbed of gold and silver ornaments worth more than ₹50 lakh. Following the incident, a case was registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and an investigation commenced.

Shivam had been evading capture until police received a tip-off regarding his location in Agra. Upon his arrest, officers conducted a thorough interrogation, during which Shivam disclosed that financial struggles following his father’s death led him to commit the crime.

A police officer stated, “After struggling with low-paying jobs—including working as an AC technician and later at a clothing store in Rohini—he was lured into crime by his neighbour, Kayam. Tempted by promises of quick money and a lavish lifestyle, he joined Kayam and Jitender in planning and executing the robbery.”

During his confession, Shivam admitted to participating in the attack on the salesman before fleeing with the stolen jewellery. Notably, the officer mentioned that Shivam had only completed up to Class 10 and had no prior criminal record.

The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to identify other possible accomplices and recover the stolen items. Police are committed to ensuring justice for the victim and bringing all involved in this crime to account.