Delhi Crime Branch arrests main accused in Anand Parbat stabbing murder
Synopsis
Delhi's Crime Branch tracked down the main accused in the Anand Parbat stabbing murder — a 19-year-old who had fled to Rajasthan after the killing — by laying a trap near a Rajouri Garden mall. His return to Delhi to collect money proved to be his undoing. A juvenile accomplice was also apprehended in the same operation.
Key Takeaways
Delhi Crime Branch WR-I arrested Himanshu Tiwari, 19 , and apprehended a juvenile in the Anand Parbat stabbing murder on 28 May 2026 .
Victim Sagar, 21 , was allegedly stabbed multiple times on the intervening night of 14–15 May 2026 over a previous rivalry.
The accused had fled to Rajasthan after the murder and were caught near West Side Mall, Rajouri Garden upon returning to Delhi.
The case is registered under FIR No.
220/2026 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) .
Both accused were produced before the court and the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) and handed to Anand Parbat police for further action.
The Delhi Police Crime Branch's West Range-I (WR-I) unit on Thursday, 28 May 2026, arrested the main accused and apprehended a juvenile in connection with the stabbing murder of 21-year-old Sagar at Anand Parbat in New Delhi. The breakthrough comes nearly two weeks after the killing, which occurred on the intervening night of 14 and 15 May 2026.
The Murder and Background
Sagar was allegedly stabbed multiple times by the accused and their associates over a previous rivalry, according to police. The case was registered under FIR No. 220/2026 under Sections 103(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at the Anand Parbat police station. Following the crime, the accused fled Delhi for Rajasthan in an attempt to evade arrest, according to the Crime Branch.
How the Accused Were Caught
On the intervening night of 25 and 26 May, Head Constable Naveen received specific intelligence that the main accused would appear near West Side Mall in Rajouri Garden. A dedicated WR-I team, led by Inspector Prakash Chand and comprising SI Amit Kumar, HCs Naveen and Vinod Kumar, and Constable Krishan — operating under the supervision of ACP Rajkumar — swiftly laid a trap at the location.
The team successfully apprehended the main accused, identified as Himanshu Tiwari, aged 19, son of Rajkumar Tiwari and a resident of Baljeet Nagar, Patel Nagar, Delhi. A juvenile, referred to as CCL 'S' (child in conflict with the law), was also apprehended at the same time in accordance with the Juvenile Justice Act.
What Tiwari Disclosed
During sustained interrogation, Tiwari allegedly disclosed that he and his associates stabbed Sagar due to longstanding enmity. After the murder, the group escaped to Rajasthan, and Tiwari reportedly returned to Delhi only to collect money and meet an associate — a move that ultimately led to his arrest. Police noted that Tiwari had reportedly fallen into bad company at a young age and continuously changed locations while absconding.
Legal Proceedings
Tiwari was formally arrested under Section 35.1(C) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Both the accused were subsequently produced before the court and the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) and handed over to the Anand Parbat police for further legal action. Police stated the arrest has significantly strengthened the prosecution's case. Investigation is continuing to establish the complete sequence of events and identify any other associates involved.
Point of View
A swift flight out of the city, and an eventual return that proves fatal to their escape plan. What stands out here is the accused's age — both the main suspect and the juvenile were teenagers at the time of the alleged crime, raising questions about the social networks and neighbourhoods that funnel youth into violent conflict. The Crime Branch's use of a single intelligence tip to execute a clean trap also underscores how critical human intelligence remains in urban crime-solving, even as digital surveillance expands.
NationPress
5 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was arrested in the Anand Parbat murder case?
The main accused, Himanshu Tiwari, 19, a resident of Baljeet Nagar, Patel Nagar, Delhi, was arrested by the Delhi Crime Branch on 28 May 2026. A juvenile, referred to as CCL 'S', was also apprehended in the same operation under the Juvenile Justice Act.
Who was the victim in the Anand Parbat stabbing murder?
The victim was 21-year-old Sagar, who was allegedly stabbed multiple times on the intervening night of 14 and 15 May 2026. Police say the attack was motivated by a previous rivalry between the accused and the victim.
How did Delhi Police track down the accused?
Head Constable Naveen received specific intelligence that Tiwari would appear near West Side Mall in Rajouri Garden. A Crime Branch team led by Inspector Prakash Chand laid a trap at the location and apprehended both accused. Tiwari had reportedly returned to Delhi to collect money and meet an associate.
What charges have been filed in the case?
The case is registered under FIR No. 220/2026 under Sections 103(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Anand Parbat police station. Tiwari was formally arrested under Section 35.1(C) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
What happens next in the Anand Parbat murder investigation?
Both accused have been produced before the court and the Juvenile Justice Board and handed over to Anand Parbat police for further legal action. Investigators say they are working to establish the complete sequence of events and identify any other associates involved in the murder.
