Two held for killing a chef in Delhi

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New Delhi: Two persons were arrested in New Delhi on Sunday for killing a chef who resisted their attempts to snatch his mobile phone and wallet. The incident occurred at 1 a.m. when the victim identified as Shayam Bodh Shah, 23, who worked with Swagat Restaurant in Defence Colony, was on his way back to home on bicycle.

The accused identified as Bhola Nagar and Rahul were arrested from Defence Colony when they were trying to rob another person, the police said.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Vijay Kumar said, "They tried to snatch Shah's mobile phone and wallet. On facing resistance, Rahul took out a knife and stabbed Shah thrice. Another restaurant employee, Laalo Ram, on way to his home noticed Shah lying on the footpath and crying for help. He informed the police. Shah was taken to AIIMS trauma centre where he was declared brought dead."

Shayam Bodh Shah was a native of Bihar. He was staying in Zamrudpur village and was a chef with Swagat Restaurant for the last four years.

"We are interrogating the accused about their crime history. They are residents of Kotla Mubarakpur in south Delhi and used to snatch and rob people at knifepoint," the police officer said.

Edited by mid-day online desk with inputs from Agencies

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