Fugitive Murder Accused Worked as Noida Society’s Security Head for Years
In a shocking security lapse, a double murder accused on the run for three years was arrested while working as the chief security officer of a high-profile Noida residential society. The accused, Rakesh Sharma (name changed), was wanted for the 2021 Ghaziabad murders of two businessmen. His arrest has exposed major gaps in private security hiring practices.
The 2021 Double Murder & Escape
Sharma was accused of killing brothers Anil and Sunil Gupta (names changed) in a Ghaziabad property dispute. The victims were shot dead outside their Indirapuram office. Sharma fled with two accomplices and remained untraceable—until a facial recognition system flagged him in Noida.
Living Under Fake Identity as “Rahul Verma”
For two years, Sharma worked as a security head in Noida under the alias “Rahul Verma,” earning ₹35,000/month. Residents described him as disciplined and efficient: “He was strict with security, even caught a thief last year,” said an anonymous resident.
How Facial Recognition Led to His Arrest
Noida Police’s Special Task Force (STF) identified Sharma after his photo was uploaded during a security personnel verification drive. Undercover officers posed as tenants to confirm his identity before arresting him.
Security Hiring Failures Exposed
The case reveals alarming flaws:
✅ Fake Aadhaar & references cleared hiring checks
✅ No police verification by the security agency
✅ Cost-cutting measures bypassing background checks
“Hundreds in Delhi-NCR security jobs have criminal pasts,” warned a senior officer.
Public Outrage & Legal Fallout
Society residents expressed shock: “We trusted him with our safety!” The employing security agency now faces investigation—did they ignore due diligence or aid his cover-up?
3 Big Systemic Issues Highlighted
- Weak Security Vetting – Private agencies skip deep checks
- Fake ID Epidemic – Forged documents go undetected
- Lack of Vigilance – Residents unaware of verification gaps
Next Steps: Crackdown on Security Hiring
Noida Police will verify all private security staff, while UP government considers stricter penalties for negligent agencies.
Sharma’s case proves fugitives can hide in plain sight—even in jobs meant to protect citizens.
(Reported by NextMinuteNews | Follow for real-time crime updates in India.)
