...Operated as a lone wolf to avoid exposure by accomplices
Rawat abandoned his job within a year, and looking to make quick money and escape financial strain, he began snatching chains and indulging in petty thefts, according to police.
Rawat, also identified by aliases like Sonu and Buggu, allegedly committed his first crime in 2019 -- a theft in Amar Colony. Over the course of the next six years, he was involved in at least 26 criminal offences, mainly theft and snatching, in several areas, including RK Puram, Lajpat Nagar, Kalkaji, Hauz Khas, Defence Colony, Saket, Naraina, Sunlight Colony and Fatehpur Beri.
He was also booked under Arms Act in one case.
"We found he mostly operated alone. He preferred to commit snatching incidents solo to avoid the risk of being betrayed or exposed by an accomplice," a police officer said, adding Rawat would usually wear a full-sleeved shirt and don a helmet to avoid detection.
You Can Also Check:
Delhi AQI
|
Weather in Delhi
|
Bank Holidays in Delhi
|
Public Holidays in Delhi
Rawat studied till class VIII. He got married but he and his wife separated about a year ago. He lives in Okhla while his family resides in Chirag Dilli.
Due to his involvement in criminal activities, his family disowned him nearly four years ago, said police.
"He changed not only his own name but also his father's too in some documents to evade police and stay under the radar. Because of his frequent change of residences, he couldn't be booked under the 'bad character' category," the officer said.
After each arrest, Rawat would move to a new rented accommodation in a different locality to avoid police surveillance, said police.
In the past, he has stayed in areas like Sangam Vihar, Chirag Dilli, Dakshinpuri and near Nehru Place flyover.
Before his arrest in connection with Lok Sabha MP R Sudha's chain snatching, Rawat was held on April 16 in a motor vehicle theft case lodged at Ambedkar Nagar police station. Despite being arrested several times, he continued his criminal activities, showing little intention of reform, said police.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Hindu
3 hours ago
- The Hindu
IAF chief on loss incurred by Pakistan in Operation Sindoor, Karnataka's inquiry into vote fraud allegations, and more in The Hindu's top news of August 9, 2025.
Five Pakistani fighter jets, one aircraft taken down during Operation Sindoor: IAF Chief Chief of Air Staff Marshal A.P. Singh on Saturday (August 9, 2025) said that the Indian Air Force (IAF) took down six Pakistan Air Force aircraft, including five fighter jets and one large aircraft, during Operation Sindoor in May. Delivering the keynote address of the 16th Air Chief Marshal L.M. Katre Memorial Lecture in Bengaluru, Air Chief Marshal Singh said, 'We have at least five fighters (jets) confirmed killed and one large aircraft which could be an Electronics Intelligence (ELINT) aircraft or an Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft which was taken out from a distance of about 300 km, which is the largest ever recorded surface-to-air kill that we can talk about.' Inquiry by Law Department into alleged vote fraud, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Saturday (August 9, 2025) that the Law Department will conduct an inquiry into the issue pertaining to the alleged ''vote fraud'' during the Lok Sabha elections. Speaking to media persons at the Mysuru airport, Mr. Siddaramaiah said whatever action is possible will be initiated based on the recommendations of the department. He was responding to the media query on Rahul Gandhi's suggestion that the government should act on ''vote fraud''. R.G. Kar incident: Victim's parents allege police assault during march to Nabanna Parents of the doctor who was raped and killed at the R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital a year ago, alleged assault by police during a march to Nabanna (State Secretariat) on Saturday (August 9,. 2025). The father and mother of the doctor reached Park Street area of Kolkata. They were accompanied by BJP leaders. The police resorted to baton charge to disperse the crowd near Park Street in the city. Resign from Lok Sabha if you have no faith in ECI: BJP tells Rahul Gandhi The BJP on Saturday (August 9, 2025) said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi must resign on 'moral grounds' from the membership of the Lok Sabha if he does not have faith in the Election Commission, and flayed him for not submitting a written declaration on his 'vote theft' claim. BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia also asked Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi and party MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to resign as members of the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha if they do not have any faith in the polls. Election Commission of India delists 334 registered unrecognised political parties for failure to follow norms The Election Commission of India on Saturday (August 9, 2025) said it has delisted 334 registered unrecognised political parties which have failed to fulfil the essential condition of contesting even a single election for six years since 2019. The offices of these parties could also not be physically located anywhere. Filed breach of privilege complaint against Jharkhand officials: Nishikant Dubey after FIR against him BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Saturday (August 9, 2025) said he has filed a complaint with the Lok Sabha Speaker, alleging breach of privilege by Jharkhand officials, including the chief secretary and the DGP, after an FIR was registered against him for 'hurting religious sentiments'. The Jharkhand Police on Friday (August 8, 2025) said it has registered an FIR against BJP MPs Nishikant Dubey, Manoj Tiwari and others for 'forcibly' entering the sanctum sanctorum of the Baba Baidyanath Temple in Deoghar on August 2 and hurting religious sentiments. Sri Lankan Navy arrests seven Indian fishermen from Rameswaram The Sri Lankan Navy on Saturday (August 9, 2025) arrested seven Indian fishermen from Rameswaram on charges of poaching in international waters. According to sources, a mechanised boat owned by D. Irudhaya Dickson, with seven fishermen on board, ventured into the sea from the Rameswaram jetty on Saturday morning. On charges of crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL), a Sri Lankan Navy patrol boat stopped them for questioning. Subsequently, they arrested the seven fishermen, who have been identified as A. Dullas, 56, L. Silaidan, 26, J. Arul Robert, 53, S. Loilan, 45, K. Arockiya Sanrin, 20, A. Baskar, 45, and R. Jesu Rajan, 32, from Thangachimadam. Their boat was detained. Religious content in Hindi alphabet charts at school sparks row; probe ordered A controversy erupted in Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district after the principal of a convent school allegedly distributed alphabet charts with Islamic references, prompting the Education Department to launch an inquiry, officials said on Saturday (August 9, 2025). They said Baby Convent School principal I.A. Qureshi allegedly handed Hindi alphabet charts mentioning 'Ka' for Kaba, 'Ma' for Masjid and 'Na' for Namaz to students. Members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad staged a protest on Friday (August 8, 2025) and gheraoed Mr. Qureshi. Two soldiers killed in fresh firing, as anti-terror operation in Kulgam enters ninth day Two Indian Army soldiers were killed in a fresh exchange of firing at Kulgam's Akhal area on Saturday (August 9, 2025). It's the ninth day of the anti-terror operation of the security forces in the area. Officials said the two soldiers were killed when a heavy exchange of fire was reported in the night in the forest area where terrorists are holed up in upper reaches. Teen gunman wounds three in Times Square shooting: Police A 17-year-old opened fire and wounded three people in a shooting at New York City's Times Square early Saturday (August 9, 2025), the New York Police Department said. The shooting occurred around 1:20 a.m. ET (0520 GMT) following a dispute, an NYPD spokesperson told AFP. An 18-year-old woman's neck was grazed, while a 19-year-old man and a 65-year-old man's lower limbs were both injured. None of the injuries were life-threatening, police said. Zelenskyy warns on 'decisions without Ukraine' before U.S.-Russia summit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday (August 9, 2025) warned that 'decisions without Ukraine' would not bring peace and ruled out ceding territory to Russia. 'Ukrainians will not give their land to the occupier,' he said on social media, as U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin prepare to hold a summit next week in Alaska to discuss peace in Ukraine. With new airport terminal, Maldives eyes more visitors 'A pillar of economic independence' — that is what Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu called the new terminal at the Velana International Airport near Male, while inaugurating it on June 26, 2025, the country's 60th Independence day. The launch ceremony was spectacular, with synchronised fireworks lighting up the sky — a fete that put the Maldives in the Guinness Book of World Records. Rishabh Yadav's bronze only bright spot as Indian compound archers flop at World Games Youngster Rishabh Yadav's bronze medal was the saving grace on a disappointing day for Indian compound archers at the World Games in Chengdu on Saturday (August 9,. 2025) as the top-seeded mixed team crashed out in the opening round. None of the women contenders could make it to the podium, adding to the gloom. Yadav, seeded 10th, produced a flawless display to beat senior teammate and multiple World Cup gold medallist Abhishek Verma 149-147 in the men's individual compound bronze medal match.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
Man kills friend in northeast Delhi over suspicion of relationship with his sister, held
New Delhi: A man was arrested for allegedly murdering his 28-year-old friend in northeast Delhi's Nand Nagri on Saturday over suspicion that the victim was in a relationship with his sister. The accused also claimed that the victim once verbally abused his wife while intoxicated, police said. Police were informed about a firing incident in Nand Nagri and, on reaching the spot, found a man lying injured due to a gunshot. He was identified as Kapil, a resident of the area. The assailant, who was initially unidentified, had fled. Kapil was declared dead on arrival at GTB Hospital. A case was registered under Section 103(1) (murder) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and sections 25 and 27 of Arms Act at Nand Nagri police station. During the investigation, a team led by station house officer Anand Yadav identified and apprehended the accused. He was identified as Shivam Yadav, a 20-year-old resident of Nand Nagri. A countrymade pistol, which was used in the crime, was recovered from him. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Police said Yadav had confessed, claiming that he had a personal dispute with Kapil. According to police sources, the accused and the victim were close friends and worked as airconditioner repair technicians. Yadav would also often visit Kapil's house. Over time, Yadav began to suspect that Kapil was involved in a relationship with his sister, which caused tension between them, said police. He also alleged that Kapil verbally abused his wife while he was drunk. According to police, this incident further angered Yadav, who decided to take revenge. He secured a countrymade pistol and waited for an opportunity. On the day of the incident, Yadav was sitting at a local tailor's shop when Kapil arrived. Without any argument or warning, Yadav allegedly shot Kapil at point-blank range in the face and fled. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
The Hindu
4 hours ago
- The Hindu
Filed breach of privilege complaint against Jharkhand officials: Nishikant Dubey after FIR against him
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Saturday (August 9, 2025) said he has filed a complaint with the Lok Sabha Speaker, alleging breach of privilege by Jharkhand officials, including the chief secretary and the DGP, after an FIR was registered against him for "hurting religious sentiments". The Jharkhand Police on Friday (August 8, 2025) said it has registered an FIR against BJP MPs Nishikant Dubey, Manoj Tiwari and others for "forcibly" entering the sanctum sanctorum of the Baba Baidyanath Temple in Deoghar on August 2 and hurting religious sentiments. "Fifty-one cases lodged against me. I have filed a case of privilege under Article 105 of the Constitution against the chief secretary, director general of police, Deoghar deputy commissioner and superintendent of police of Jharkhand," Mr. Dubey posted on X. The FIR was lodged under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita as per a complaint by temple priest Kartik Nath Thakur for 'forcibly entering the inner shrine on August 2 between 8.45 p.m. and 9 p.m.' despite a restriction on VIP or VVIP entry during the holy month of 'Shravan' in view of a large number of devotees. "I am the trustee of Baba Baidyanath Dham as a member of Parliament, as per the law. I am in a higher position than the priest. On what basis was the FIR lodged?" he asked while speaking to reporters in Deoghar. Dubey claimed that he went to Baba Baidyanath Dham Police Station so that the police personnel could arrest him, but they refused to do so.
