New Delhi, July 4 -- The Delhi Police Crime Branch has nabbed two criminals allegedly involved in the murder of gangster Manjeet Mahal's nephew Deepak following an encounter in Shahbad Dairy late Thursday night.

The accused were identified as Vijay and Somveer, who had been on the run after their alleged role in the high-profile murder case.

According to officials, the Crime Branch launched a targeted operation in Shahbad Dairy after receiving specific inputs about the suspects' location. When police personnel confronted the duo, they tried to flee and opened fire, triggering a brief exchange of gunfire.

Both accused were shot in their legs during the encounter and were immediately taken into custody. Police said they sustained bullet ...