Delhi police changes IO amid family raises concerns over a hit-and-run case
On August 2, Khanna, a local singer, was returning home to Uttam Nagar on his bike when an unknown vehicle rammed into his bike
A local singer, Jatin Khanna, lost his life in a hit-and-run accident near the Mukundpur flyover in northwest Delhi on August 2, according to the Delhi Police. On that fateful day, an unknown vehicle struck Khanna's bike as he was returning home to Uttam Nagar. Despite reaching the scene within seven to eight minutes, the police could not save Khanna, who was declared dead at a hospital.
Khanna's family had been vocal about their dissatisfaction with the investigation progress and the lack of a fair probe, resulting in multiple protests outside the Jahangirpuri police station. Their concerns eventually led the police to change the investigating officer (IO) on Sunday. Rohit Khanna, Khanna's brother, expressed his family's discontent with the delayed ambulance arrival, which impacted their brother's chances of survival.
He also questioned the IO's handling of the case, including the refusal to share CCTV footage and statements from eyewitnesses. Khanna's wife, Navya, echoed her husband's concerns, demanding answers about the accident, the actions of the accused, and the family's treatment by the police. Police spokesperson ACP Yogendra Khokhar confirmed that the IO change was made to address the family's complaints and stated that efforts to identify the accused were ongoing.
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