Red Fort blast: New leads on two more cars deepen terror network investigation

New Delhi: Investigators have uncovered a chilling new layer in the Red Fort blast probe, revealing that the suspected suicide bomber and his key associate procured two more cars from Delhi, believed to be part of the terror conspiracy. The discovery adds urgency to the ongoing investigation as authorities work to trace the full extent of the plot behind the deadly explosion.

According to NDTV reports, the high-intensity blast near Gate 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station on Monday evening left twelve dead and about two dozen injured. While the Hyundai i20 used in the attack has been identified, details about the two additional vehicles remain under scrutiny. Investigators believe these cars may have played a crucial role in the wider conspiracy, with their movements and connections now under intense forensic examination.

The suspected bomber, Umar Nabi, a doctor with links to the Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), and his associate Aamir Rashid Mir, are at the centre of the probe. The Jammu and Kashmir State Investigation Agency (SIA) has taken over the investigation, with police scanning the databanks, Aadhaar and driving licenses, call logs, WhatsApp, Telegram, and travel history of all detained suspects.

Dr Shaheen Saeed, arrested with an assault rifle and ammunition, is also being questioned for her alleged role in the India branch of JeM’s women’s wing. Three other doctors from Al-Falah University are likely to be released as their connection to the terror module remains unproven, while Kashmiri doctor Muzammil Ganale, alias Musaib, remains in custody after being arrested with 2,900 kg of explosives.