The Special Task Force (STF) of the Delhi Police arrested a notorious criminal named Mohammad Salim, also known as Ganja, following a brief encounter in the Badarpur area. Salim is reported to have more than 75 criminal cases registered against him, including murder and attempt to murder. The arrest took place after the police team tracked him down and cornered him in the locality.
How did the encounter take place in Badarpur?
The police team surrounded Salim after receiving specific information about his movement in the Badarpur area. During the operation, Salim opened fire at the police officers in an attempt to escape from the scene. In self-defense, the STF personnel returned fire, resulting in Salim being shot and injured. He was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment and is currently under police custody while receiving care.
Criminal background and gang affiliations
Mohammad Salim is a well-known name in the Delhi crime world and is associated with dangerous gangs operating in the city. He has been a primary target for the law enforcement agencies due to his involvement in numerous violent incidents over the years. The police provided the following details about his history:
- Salim is an active member of the Nasir and Danish Pahalwan gangs
- There are more than 75 criminal cases registered against him in various police records
- The charges against him include murder, robbery, and several attempts to murder
- He was operating as a highly wanted criminal before being caught by the STF team
