Tragic Shooting Claims Life of Teen in Delhi's Jafrabad

A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot outside a garment shop in northeast Delhi's Jafrabad area. The attack occurred as the victim, his brother, and a friend were leaving the shop. The authorities are examining CCTV footage to apprehend the suspects.

A tragic incident unfolded in northeast Delhi's Jafrabad area when a 16-year-old boy was shot dead outside a garment shop, police reported on Friday.

According to an FIR lodged by the boy's elder brother, the attack occurred as the victim and his companions exited the shop after purchasing some T-shirts. The perpetrators, known to the victims, hailed from either the Welcome area or Kabir Nagar.

The boy sustained a gunshot wound in his back and succumbed to his injuries during treatment at GTB Hospital. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Northeast) Joy Tirkey confirmed that the incident occurred around 9:35 pm on Thursday and that efforts are underway to trace the suspects using CCTV footage.