Delhi: One killed and three injured in Kashmere Gate e-rickshaw attack

A violent robbery and stabbing incident occurred near the Yamuna Bazaar underpass in the Kashmere Gate area of Delhi on September 24, 2026. A group of miscreants intercepted an e-rickshaw carrying four passengers, including a driver and a woman, who were traveling from Gandhi Nagar Market toward Khari Baoli.

During the attack, the assailants attempted to rob a woman on board. When a passenger named Prabhat resisted the robbery, the attackers stabbed him, resulting in his death. The e-rickshaw driver also attempted to intervene but was attacked, sustaining severe injuries that resulted in his fingers being severed. At least two other individuals were injured during the encounter.

Delhi Police arrived at the scene following reports received around 7:00 PM. Law enforcement teams from the Kashmere Gate police station and the North District operations unit have collected evidence and are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the suspects. Raids are currently being conducted at potential hideouts to apprehend the perpetrators.