CBI Arrests Long-Time Fugitive

Mohammad Dilshad, a fugitive wanted for a 1999 murder in Saudi Arabia, was recently apprehended by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. This arrest marks the end of a 25-year manhunt that spanned multiple countries and involved complex investigative efforts. Dilshad had managed to evade capture for over two decades by living under a false identity and using a fake passport to travel internationally.

The 1999 Saudi Murder Case

The case dates back to 1999 when Dilshad was implicated in a murder in Saudi Arabia. The crime prompted Saudi authorities to issue a request for his arrest, leading to an international search. Despite the severity of the charges, Dilshad successfully avoided detection by assuming a new identity, which allowed him to live undetected for years.

CBI’s Role and Investigation

The CBI’s involvement was crucial in bringing Dilshad to justice. Acting on information provided by Saudi authorities, the CBI launched an investigation that ultimately uncovered Dilshad’s use of fraudulent documents. This breakthrough enabled them to track his movements and plan his arrest at one of India’s busiest airports.

Implications of the Arrest

Dilshad’s capture is significant not only for its resolution of a long-standing international case but also for its demonstration of effective cross-border cooperation between law enforcement agencies. The arrest underscores the importance of international collaboration in tackling fugitives who exploit global travel networks to evade justice.