Red Ford EcoSport Under Scanner in Red Fort Blast; Car Bought Using Fake Address

Authorities are on high alert, searching for a red Ford EcoSport linked to the Red Fort explosion. This tragic event resulted in at least 12 fatalities and numerous injuries. The car, bearing registration number DL10CK0458, is registered to Umar Un Nabi, also known as Dr Umar Mohammad. It was registered at Rajouri Garden RTO on November 22, 2017.

Investigators have found that Dr Umar used a fake address in Northeast Delhi to acquire the vehicle. This address is associated with a madrasa operated by Maulvi Tasavvur. Police conducted a late-night raid at this location, but the car's current whereabouts remain unknown.

Massive Manhunt Launched

A massive manhunt is underway across Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh to locate the red Ford EcoSport. Intelligence agencies warn that the car might still contain crucial evidence or explosives. All law enforcement units have been instructed to intercept any red Ford EcoSport they encounter.

Dr Umar is suspected of driving a white Hyundai i20 that exploded near the historic monument. DNA samples from his family are being compared with evidence from the blast site to confirm his identity as the driver.

Fake Address Used for Car Purchase

The investigation revealed that Dr Umar provided a false address during the car purchase. This address belonged to a house linked to a madrasa in Northeast Delhi. When questioned by India Today, Maulvi Tasavvur confirmed police inquiries at his residence late at night.

The explosion prompted security agencies to issue a nationwide alert, with major cities enhancing surveillance and border checks. Police patrols and picket duty officers have been ordered to stay armed and vigilant, ready to act upon spotting the vehicle.

Three Men Behind Car Blast

Sources indicate that Dr Umar planned the attack with two associates but executed it alone after their arrest in Faridabad earlier that day. Reports suggest he joined Al-Falah School of Medical Science in Faridabad in 2023 after being expelled from a hospital in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag.

The arrested doctors allegedly exploited their professional roles to procure materials and coordinate operations for their network. They were part of a terror logistics group comprising five to six doctors.

Efforts Intensify

The Delhi Police are collaborating with central security agencies, analysing CCTV footage, toll booth records, and mobile tower data to trace the car's movements. Authorities urge the public to report any suspicious vehicles or activities immediately.

As part of their investigation into the blast, authorities are examining mobile tower data from Red Fort between 3:00 pm and 6:30 pm on the day of the incident. They aim to identify who Dr Umar contacted before driving the explosive-laden vehicle.