New Delhi – Authorities have detained the registered owner of the vehicle implicated in a devastating blast near the city’s historic monument, as investigators scramble to piece together the chain of custody of the car and probe a potential terror connection behind the explosion that claimed eight lives.
Vehicle Owner Apprehended as Part of Blast Investigation
The registered owner of the car used in the explosion near the monument in Delhi has been arrested, an official confirmed. The vehicle in question was identified as playing a central role in the incident that killed at least eight people and injured many more. Investigation teams are now working to establish who was driving and how the vehicle came to be at the site.
Ownership Trail and Possible Terror Angle
The vehicle — a white Hyundai i20 with registration HR 26 CE 7674 — reportedly changed hands several times before the blast, triggering suspicion among investigators. The unusual ownership history is now drawing the attention of counter-terror agencies, especially given that multiple individuals may have been involved in preparing and using the vehicle for the attack.
Aftermath and Response Across the Capital
In the wake of the explosion near the landmark metro station, security has been significantly tightened across Delhi and neighbouring states. Forensic teams are analysing the blast site, CCTV footage is under review, and law-enforcement officials continue to pursue leads as the nation remains on alert.
