Police in West Delhi are verifying a chilling Instagram Live video where the prime suspect, Imran, allegedly threatened to kill content creator Muskan Sharma shortly before the murder.

  • Accused Imran allegedly went live on Instagram an hour before the murder, threatening suicide and murder.
  • The suspect was arrested following a shootout with police in Rajouri Garden.
  • Imran has a prior criminal history involving POCSO and assault charges.

New Delhi: The investigation into the brutal murder of 21-year-old content creator Muskan Sharma has taken a sinister turn. Delhi Police officials revealed that the prime suspect, 26-year-old Imran, allegedly used Instagram Live to declare his violent intentions just an hour before arriving at the victim's residence in West Delhi.

According to police sources, during the purported live stream, Imran allegedly transitioned from threats of self-harm to explicit threats against Muskan's life. Law enforcement agencies are currently working to authenticate the video and its metadata to ensure its admissibility in court as critical digital evidence.

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Shootout and Arrest

The arrest of the suspect unfolded dramatically in the Rajouri Garden area. DCP (West) Hareshwar Swami stated that when the police team identified themselves and ordered Imran to surrender, he opened fire on the officers. In the ensuing retaliatory firing, the suspect sustained gunshot wounds to both legs. He was subsequently apprehended and rushed to Guru Gobind Singh Hospital.

The use of social media as a premeditation tool marks a disturbing evolution in criminal psychology and digital-age violence.

A Pattern of Violence

Deep-dive investigations reveal that Imran is a repeat offender with a documented history of violence. In 2018, he was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act involving a minor. Furthermore, in 2021, he faced charges for a culpable homicide attempt where he allegedly assaulted a woman with a cement slab. This pattern suggests a long-standing history of volatility and criminal intent.

BozokMedia analysis

BozokMedia analysis shows that the relationship between the accused and the victim was marked by increasing instability. The two met in 2024 at the Seven Zone Gym, where Imran worked as a trainer. Following his struggle with drug addiction and erratic behavior, Muskan had reportedly sought police guidance in July, though no formal FIR was lodged at that time.

Did You Know?: Digital forensics can now pinpoint the exact location and time of a social media broadcast to confirm a suspect's movements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How was Muskan Sharma killed?
The investigation suggests the accused strangled her before repeatedly stabbing her in the abdomen with a knife.

2. What are the current charges against Imran?
He is charged under Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for murder, alongside additional charges under the Arms Act.