Question : TRACING OF CULPRITS



(a) whether some three wheelers drivers have been snatching brief cases, jewellery and cash from the passengers travelling in vehicles about which the cases have been registered in New Delhi Police Distt. but those drivers have not yet been traced despite giving the numbers;

(b) if so, the details in this regard; and

(c) the remedial steps the Government propose to take to ensure timely registration of FIRs in the Police Stations of Delhi and tracing the culprits?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS ( CH. VIDYASAGAR RAO )

(a)&(b): There have been some isolated cases of this nature. However, out of seven cases reported during the last year, the accused in two cases were arrested.

(c): The steps taken by Delhi Police to ensure proper registration of FIRs include regular briefing of staff by senior officers; surprise inspection by senior officers and Vigilance Branch; and severe punishment to delinquent officials to serve as a deterrant.