DNA test confirms Red Fort blast suspect as Dr Umar; origin of explosive being traced

Delhi Police on Thursday confirmed that the man who carried out the car blast near Red Fort was Dr Umar Un Nabi, after forensic DNA testing matched his biological sample with that of his mother.

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CCTV grab of prime suspect Dr Umar Un Nabi

While exclusively speaking with ANI, senior police officials said the confirmation came after days of detailed forensic analysis conducted.

A senior police officer revealed that after the explosion, Umar's leg was found trapped between the steering wheel and the accelerator of the car, suggesting he was behind the wheel when the car blasted.

DNA profiling has conclusively identified the deceased as Dr. Umar Un Nabi. His sample was matched with his mother’s DNA to establish the relationship,” a senior Delhi Police officer said.