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Crime
Man wanted for Kolkata woman's murder arrested in Delhi
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 05:46 PM
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Delhi police have detained a suspect wanted in the murder of a woman in Kolkata, marking a key development in the case.
Delhi police announced the arrest of a man who was wanted by Kolkata authorities in connection with the murder of a woman in the eastern city. The suspect was apprehended during a routine check in Delhi, according to a statement from the police.
The identity of the arrested individual has not been disclosed, and officials said the arrest was the result of coordinated efforts between Delhi and West Bengal law‑enforcement agencies.
Kolkata police had previously issued a lookout for the suspect after the homicide, and the Delhi arrest is expected to lead to his extradition to West Bengal for further investigation and trial.
The case, which had drawn considerable media attention, now moves forward as the accused will face questioning by the Kolkata police upon transfer.
The identity of the arrested individual has not been disclosed, and officials said the arrest was the result of coordinated efforts between Delhi and West Bengal law‑enforcement agencies.
Kolkata police had previously issued a lookout for the suspect after the homicide, and the Delhi arrest is expected to lead to his extradition to West Bengal for further investigation and trial.
The case, which had drawn considerable media attention, now moves forward as the accused will face questioning by the Kolkata police upon transfer.