Delhi’s law enforcers turned a routine pickpocketing complaint into a success story, arresting a 16-year-old for robbing a 56-year-old Mauritian tourist of his mobile phone. The recovery of the device marked a victory for Nabi Karim police in the heart of Paharganj.
It was February 25, 2026, when the victim and his wife fell prey to a crowded market thief near Paharganj. The snatch was quick—phone lifted from the jeans pocket—prompting an instant e-FIR at the local station. Recognizing the impact on tourism, authorities launched a full-scale hunt.
Inspector Gulshan Nagpal, SHO at Nabi Karim, led the charge with SI Neeraj Rathi, HC Vikas, HC Rajbir, and HC Manoj. The team mapped the crime scene, dissected hours of CCTV footage, and followed the suspect’s trail through DBG Road to Karol Bagh via technical tools and persistent shadowing.
The pursuit peaked after eight hours when the boy, a resident beggar by Bangla Sahib Gurdwara, was nabbed trying to slip away. His confession laid bare a life of hardship: abandoned by his mother 7-8 years prior, father gone in 2025, trapped in addiction, relying on theft and begging.
He recounted the opportunistic grab in the busy bazaar. The phone, with dual SIMs (Indian and Mauritian), was recovered promptly. This operation showcases Delhi Police’s dual focus on swift justice and tourist safety.
With the juvenile now in custody, officials stress community support for at-risk youth. For visitors, it’s a call to secure belongings in high-density areas, reinforcing Delhi’s appeal as a secure destination.