A man identified as Sahil was shot and killed in the Rohini area of Delhi on Saturday evening. The incident occurred near Sector 17 and has raised concerns about gang violence in the capital. Sahil had recently been released from jail after spending over three years in custody. Police authorities suspect that this murder is the latest chapter in the violent rivalry between the Gogi and Tillu Tajpuria gangs.
How did the attack happen in Rohini?
The shooting took place in the evening when Sahil was near Sector 17 in Rohini. According to reports, unidentified assailants arrived on motorcycles and opened fire. Witnesses and initial reports suggest that the attackers fired as many as 12 rounds, targeting his face and chest to ensure the attack was fatal. The assailants fled the scene immediately after the shooting.
The brazen nature of the attack in a public area caused panic among local residents. Police teams arrived shortly after to secure the location. The body was sent for post-mortem, and forensic teams collected evidence from the spot to help identify the shooters.
What is the connection to the Gogi-Tillu gang war?
The preliminary investigation by Delhi Police points to a revenge killing. Sahil was reportedly associated with the Gogi gang. In October 2021, he and his associates were accused of murdering a man named Radhe, who was linked to the rival Tillu Tajpuria gang. Radhe had celebrated the death of gang leader Jitender Mann Gogi, which allegedly led to his murder by Sahil.
This ongoing feud has a bloody history in Delhi. Reports indicate that the rivalry between these two gangs has claimed more than 50 lives so far. Even though the original leaders, Jitender Gogi and Tillu Tajpuria, were killed in separate incidents years ago, their associates continue to target each other.
What actions are the police taking now?
Delhi Police have registered a case and are actively investigating the matter. Officers are examining CCTV footage from the surrounding areas to trace the route taken by the attackers. Special teams are working to identify the suspects involved in this shooting.
The police have increased patrolling in the area to prevent any further escalation of violence. While the attackers are currently on the run, authorities are questioning known associates of the involved gangs to get leads on the whereabouts of the shooters.
