Delhi Police Arrests Criminal Linked to Chippi, Jatheri Gangs After Encounter in Dwarka
In a major crackdown, the Delhi Police arrested Vikram “Vicky” Chaudhary (32), a wanted criminal affiliated with the notorious Chippi and Jatheri gangs, following a dramatic encounter in Dwarka’s Sector 10. Chaudhary, accused of extortion, armed robbery, and attempted murder, was captured after exchanging gunfire with police in the early hours of Thursday.
The Encounter: How It Unfolded
Acting on a tip-off, a Special Cell team led by DCP Sanjay Kumar raided a hideout near the Najafgarh drain around 1:30 AM. Chaudhary allegedly opened fire, injuring a constable before being shot in the leg and overpowered. Police seized:
– A loaded country-made pistol
– ₹1.2 lakh in cash
– Fake Aadhaar cards
DCP Kumar stated, “Our team acted swiftly to neutralize the threat. Investigations are ongoing to trace his accomplices.”
Vikram Chaudhary’s Criminal Network
Chaudhary was a key operative for the Chippi and Jatheri gangs, notorious for:
✔ Extortion
✔ Land grabbing
✔ Contract killings
Police sources confirm his involvement in 12+ FIRs, including a 2022 Gurugram shootout targeting a real estate developer. His role as a middleman helped expand gang operations across Dwarka, Najafgarh, and Haryana.
Delhi’s Gang Wars: Police Crackdown Intensifies
The arrest comes amid rising clashes between the Chippi and Jatheri gangs over illegal businesses like liquor smuggling and property extortion. Since January, Delhi Police has:
– Arrested 20+ gang members
– Conducted multiple encounters (including in Rohini)
– Invoked MCOCA against key suspects
Special Commissioner Ravindra Yadav emphasized, “We’re systematically dismantling these networks.”
Public & Political Reactions
- Locals welcomed the arrest but demanded stronger action against kingpins.
- AAP MLA Mohinder Goyal criticized police for “delayed response.”
- BJP’s Vijender Gupta urged a “zero-tolerance” approach.
Next Steps
Chaudhary is hospitalized under guard and will face charges under:
– Arms Act
– MCOCA
Authorities are analyzing his phone records to identify more gang members.
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