Gangsters Target Hotel and Sweets Shop in Delhi Following Recent Shooting Incident

Three separate shooting incidents in Delhi have raised concerns about the city's safety. On Saturday, unidentified gunmen targeted a hotel in Mahipalpur and a sweets shop in Sultanpur Mor, Nangloi. Earlier, a second-hand luxury car showroom in Naraina was attacked. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in these incidents, but they highlight ongoing issues with law and order.

Police suspect these shootings are linked to extortion demands by gangsters. At Roshan Halwai sweets shop, two masked men fired several shots, causing damage but no injuries. A note with names of gangsters Deepak Boxer Bhai, Ankesh Lakra Bhai, and Vishal Bhai was found at the scene. Investigations are underway with CCTV footage being reviewed.

Extortion Threats and Gang Activity

The attack on Impress Hotel in South Delhi occurred around 2:30 am when two men on a motorcycle fired multiple bullets at the entrance gate. Although no one was harmed, the incident caused damage to glass panels. Hotel staff and guests were inside during the shooting. Police have launched an investigation into this case as well.

Khalida, the hotel's receptionist, mentioned she was not present during the shooting as her shift began later. She stated, "They did not target anyone but they opened fire at the gate. Five to six rounds were fired they and fled."

On Friday night, three men attacked a luxury car showroom in Naraina, West Delhi. The assailants fired over two dozen bullets inside and outside the showroom, targeting vehicles but not injuring anyone. A slip reading "Himanshu bhau since 2020" was found at the scene, indicating an extortion attempt by the Himanshu Bhau gang demanding Rs 5 crore from the owner.

Rising Extortion Cases in Delhi

According to police statistics accessed exclusively by , 133 extortion cases were reported in Delhi this year until August 15. This is slightly lower than last year's 141 cases during the same period but higher than 110 cases in 2022. Throughout 2023, there were 204 extortion cases compared to 187 in 2022.

Police sources revealed that 11 gangs have been identified for making extortion calls and threatening businessmen in the National Capital Region recently. The police commissioner has instructed officers to use stringent laws like the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) to curb these gangs' activities.

Despite efforts to control gang-related crimes using MCOCA and other local laws, these criminal groups continue to pose challenges for Delhi's business community.