Betrayal in Golf Links: Reward Accused Arrested in Bihar
Delhi Police Crime Branch captures Sushil Kumar, a rewarded accused in the high-profile Golf Links armed robbery, from Bihar.
In a significant breakthrough, the Delhi Police Crime Branch has apprehended a 22-year-old criminal wanted for his role in a daring armed robbery in the affluent Golf Links neighborhood. The accused, identified as Sushil Kumar, had been on the run since the crime and carried a cash reward of ₹50,000 on his head.
The Inside Job: A Terrifying Home Invasion
The incident dates back to April 16, 2026, when the residence of 76-year-old businessman Ashok Chawla at 187 Golf Links became the target of a violent attack. A gang of seven to eight armed men stormed the house, wielding swords and other lethal weapons.
The attackers did not just steal; they assaulted and threatened the family members, leaving them in a state of terror. By the time the criminals fled the scene, they had made off with cash and jewellery estimated to be worth between ₹30 lakh and ₹35 lakh.
As the investigation unfolded, a shocking detail emerged: the heist was an inside job. Investigators discovered that Sushil Kumar, who had been employed as a domestic servant at the Chawla residence, had used his position of trust to help plan and execute the robbery.
The Manhunt and the Reward
Following the crime, a case was registered under FIR No. 29/2026 at the Tughlak Road police station. While the police managed to arrest six of his accomplices, Sushil Kumar managed to slip through their fingers and vanish.
Despite the issuance of non-bailable warrants by the court, the accused remained elusive. Given the gravity of the crime and his status as a fugitive, the police declared a cash reward of ₹50,000 on October 22, 2026, for any information leading to his capture.
Operation Bihar: The Final Takedown
The task of tracking down the fugitive was handed over to the Anti-Extortion and Kidnapping Cell of the Crime Branch. Using a strategic blend of technical surveillance and intensive groundwork, the team eventually traced Sushil to Madhubani, Bihar.
The operation was particularly risky due to the location's proximity to the Nepal border, which could have allowed the suspect to flee the country. A specialized team, led by Inspector Veer Singh and Sub-Inspectors Imran and Ankur, was dispatched to the region.
On October 31, the police successfully executed an ambush near the Ghoghardiha Railway Station in the Madhubani district, bringing the fugitive's run to an end.
Justice Served
After his arrest in Bihar, Sushil Kumar was transported back to the capital and produced before the Patiala House Courts on November 1.
Police officials emphasized that this swift inter-state operation reflects the professionalism and persistence of the Crime Branch in ensuring that rewarded criminals cannot escape the law, regardless of how far they hide.