Delhi Police files FIR over assault on Army officer, probes lapses

Delhi Police filed an FIR and arrested two accused, Satender and Sanjay Sharma, for allegedly assaulting a serving Army officer. The Mercedes used in the incident was seized. Action has been taken against personnel for lapses in handling the complaint.

Delhi Police on Tuesday registered an FIR in connection with the alleged assault on a serving Indian Army officer in the national capital and has initiated action over lapses in the initial handling of the complaint, sources said.

According to sources, the police have taken cognisance of procedural lapses by the concerned personnel, who have been shifted pending an inquiry.

Two Accused Apprehended, Vehicle Seized

In a swift development, Delhi Police apprehended two accused involved in the incident, identified as Satender alias Sonu and Sanjay Sharma. The Mercedes vehicle allegedly used in the incident has also been seized.

Sources further said that the Indian Army is in coordination with the civil administration and the Delhi Police regarding the matter.

Police said that the two accused have been apprehended in connection with the alleged assault on a serving Indian Army officer in the national capital.

Police further informed that the offending vehicle used in the incident has been seized as part of the investigation. Further details are awaited.

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