Delhi crime: An elderly couple, both around 70 years old, were found murdered in their residence in Kohat Enclave, North-West Delhi, with police suspecting their domestic help to be behind the crime. According to local police, the couple was allegedly strangled to death, and their bodies were discovered on Tuesday (March 18).
Following an investigation, Delhi Police arrested the prime suspect, while efforts are underway to trace his accomplice. Police officials believe the murder occurred two to three days ago but came to light only when the couple's son, who lives in the same locality, visited their house and found them dead. He immediately informed the authorities.
Police further said the exact motive behind the killings would be confirmed after further interrogation.
In the case of the elderly couple's murder in Kohat Enclave, the police have made a breakthrough and arrested a helper named Ravi. However, Ravi's accomplice is still on the run. According to the police, Ravi had been taking care of the elderly couple, but during Holi, he took a few days off and left the accused in his place.The accused killed both the elderly individuals and stole around four lakh rupees in cash and valuables from the house before fleeing. The safe in the house had been tampered with, but the accused could not open it. The police are currently searching for the murder suspect.