Teen stabbed to death in Delhi's Mangolpuri; three juveniles apprehended

New Delhi, Feb 23 (PTI) A 17-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed to death following a minor altercation in outer Delhi’s Mangolpuri area, police said on Monday.

Three juveniles have been apprehended in connection with the incident.

The police received a call around 9 pm on Sunday regarding a stabbing incident in the locality. A police team reached the spot and shifted the injured boy to a nearby hospital where he later died during treatment.

The victim, identified as Lalu, used to assist his relative at a stall in the area.

A senior police officer said preliminary investigation suggests a minor dispute between the victim and the accused escalated into a scuffle. During the confrontation, the accused allegedly stabbed the victim.

"All three juveniles have been apprehended. The weapon used in the offence has been seized," the officer said.

Police have registered a case and were further investigation to establish the exact sequence of events and motive behind the killing. PTI SSJ AKY