'Maine Kaand Kar Diya': What Rahul Meena Said After Rape-Murder Of IRS Officer's Daughter

Rahul Meena, accused of raping and murdering a 22-year-old woman in Delhi, allegedly called his cousin while fleeing and said, 'Maine Delhi mein kaand kar diya'. Police say he had committed another serious crime in Alwar just hours earlier. CCTV tracked him, leading to his arrest at a Dwarka hotel. Investigators recovered cash and jewellery.

The investigation into the rape and murder of a 22-year-old woman in Delhi has revealed a chilling detail. Police say the accused, Rahul Meena, called his cousin while running away from the crime scene. According to investigators, Rahul was seen speaking on the phone in CCTV footage after leaving the house in Amar Colony. His mother later told police that he was talking to his cousin, Trilok, who lives in Delhi.

During the call, Rahul allegedly said, "Maine Delhi mein kaand kar diya hai, main ab marne wala hoon, police mujhe pakad legi." In English, this means, "I have done something terrible in Delhi. I may die now. The police will catch me soon."

This call has now become an important part of the investigation.

What police say happened in Delhi

The victim was the daughter of a senior Income Tax officer. She was an engineering graduate and was preparing for the UPSC examinations. On Wednesday morning, she was alone at her family's home in south-east Delhi's Kailash Hills.

Police say Rahul entered the house at around 6.39 am. He had worked there earlier as a domestic helper, so he knew the house well.

When the victim's parents returned from the gym around 8 am, they found their daughter lying in a pool of blood. The house had been ransacked.

Investigators believe Rahul first attacked her in the study room on the rooftop. He allegedly hit her with a lamp and another heavy object before strangling her.

Police suspect sexual assault, but forensic examination is still underway.

Autopsy reveals violent struggle

Doctors at AIIMS Delhi conducted the post-mortem examination. The report confirmed that strangulation caused the young woman's death.

It also found several injuries, including bruises, scratches and a broken nose. These injuries suggest she fought hard to save herself.

Forensic samples have been collected. Officials are waiting for final laboratory reports to confirm whether sexual assault took place.

He allegedly tried to loot the house

Police say Rahul dragged the victim's body downstairs after the attack. He then allegedly tried to open a locker using her finger. When that failed, he reportedly forced it open using tools.

Investigators say he stole cash and jewellery from the house. He also changed out of his blood-stained clothes and wore clothes belonging to the victim's brother before escaping.

The accused allegedly took both his own mobile phone and the victim's phone. Police are still searching for them.

CCTV captured his every move

CCTV cameras played a key role in solving the case quickly. Rahul was seen entering the housing society at around 6.28 am wearing a yellow shirt and black trousers.

At about 7.22 am, he was seen leaving in different clothes while carrying a backpack. Police believe he changed clothes inside the house after the crime.

He was also spotted stopping briefly at a nearby park before taking an auto-rickshaw.

Investigators traced the auto-rickshaw driver Rahul had hired. The driver helped police identify the hotel where Rahul had checked in after the crime.

What hotel manager told about Rahul Meena

The manager of hotel in Delhi's Dwarka shared details of his interaction with Rahul Meena, the man accused of raping and murdering a 22-year-old woman in Kailash Hills. Meena had checked into the hotel shortly after the crime.

"I remember him clearly. He said he was from Alwar and had come to Delhi for some work," the manager told Hindustan Times.

According to the manager, Rahul appeared completely normal. "He was very calm and polite. It did not seem like he had committed such a terrible crime," he said.

Rahul reportedly apologised for not carrying an identity card and instead provided his Aadhaar number. He paid Rs 1,500 in cash for the room.

Police later said Rahul had used the fake name Rahul Kumar while checking in.

The manager said he was shocked when police arrived at the hotel later that day. "Around 4 pm, officers came and started asking questions. I was frightened. Only then did I learn about the horrific crime," he said.

Rahul was arrested from the hotel in Dwarka just hours later. Police recovered more than Rs 1 lakh in cash and jewellery, which they believe was stolen from the victim's home.

Officials said Rahul had paid for the hotel room using the stolen money. He is now in police custody.

Another crime in Alwar hours earlier

Police say the Delhi murder was not Rahul's first crime that day. Just hours before reaching Delhi, he allegedly attacked a woman in Rajasthan's Alwar.

According to investigators, he entered a neighbour's house at around 10.30 pm on Tuesday. He is accused of assaulting, raping and strangling her. Police say he also threatened to kill her if she told anyone.

An FIR was later registered based on her complaint.

After that, Rahul allegedly travelled nearly 200 kilometres to Delhi.

Why investigators are looking at money

Police say Rahul had serious financial problems. He was heavily involved in online betting, including teen patti and other gaming apps.

Investigators believe he had borrowed money from several people. They are now identifying those lenders and examining whether his debts played a role in the crimes.

His family has claimed he went to Delhi because of a dispute over money and a missing mobile phone.

However, police are investigating a much wider motive.

His past connection with the family

Rahul had worked at the victim's home for nearly a year. He had been hired on the recommendation of another officer. Later, the family dismissed him after noticing his betting habits and financial irregularities.

Police say he often took money for errands but failed to pay shopkeepers.

Instead, he reportedly bought items on credit.

This previous connection may have helped him enter the house without raising suspicion. The cousin call under the scanner

The phone call to cousin Trilok is now a major focus for investigators.

Police are questioning him to understand exactly what Rahul said and whether he sought help. During the call, Rahul reportedly denied committing the Alwar rape.

He allegedly claimed that he had only gone there to retrieve his mobile phone. Investigators are checking every detail of that conversation.

Police examining his behaviour

Officers describe Rahul as aggressive and violent. Sources say he had a reputation for bad behaviour in his village. Police are also studying his personal background.

His father is reportedly an alcoholic. Investigators want to know whether his past and his gambling addiction influenced his actions.

Police sources say Rahul has shown little remorse during questioning. He has allegedly tried to justify his actions instead of expressing regret.

What happens next

Rahul will be taken to both Delhi and Alwar to reconstruct the sequence of events. Police are continuing to search for the missing mobile phones.

Forensic reports are also awaited. These findings will be crucial in building the final case.

For now, investigators believe the CCTV footage, recoveries and Rahul's own alleged statements have created a strong chain of evidence.

The case has shocked both Delhi and Rajasthan, and many questions are still being answered.

(With inputs from agencies)