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Police Get 8-Day Custody in Delhi Assembly SUV Breach

Investigators will retrace the suspect's route across states to test if the breach was planned.

Overview

  • The SUV breach, which occurred Monday at the Delhi Assembly's VIP Gate No. 2, saw the driver enter the Speaker's car, leave a bouquet, and exit within minutes.
  • A Delhi court on Tuesday ordered eight days of police custody after prosecutors said he endangered guards, while the defense cited mental illness and a search for a missing nephew.
  • Investigators plan to retrace his movements through Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab and are searching for a discarded phone that could show contacts or planning.
  • Two Delhi Police officers and one CRPF guard posted at Gate No. 2 were suspended after an initial review of the security lapses.
  • Assembly officials and police agreed to install an integrated alarm system and run monthly mock drills to tighten protection at the complex.