New Delhi, April 10, 2026: In a major crackdown on public health violations, the Central Range of the Crime Branch of Delhi Police has arrested a man for allegedly storing and selling expired food items and cosmetic products to unsuspecting customers in the Kapashera border area.
The accused, identified as Abdul Mannan Khan alias Monu, was taken into custody following a targeted operation based on specific intelligence inputs received on April 8. Authorities had learned that a shop in the area was distributing expired goods at discounted prices to attract buyers.
Acting on the tip off, a special team led by Inspector Yashendra Singh under the supervision of ACP Satendra Mohan deployed decoy customers at the shop. The items purchased were later checked and found to be expired, confirming the allegations.
A raid was subsequently conducted at the premises, leading to the arrest of the shop owner. Officials discovered a massive stockpile of expired and near expiry products, including flour, semolina, poha, spices, peanut butter, baby food supplements, and a wide range of personal care items. Representatives from the Food Safety and Drug Control Department were also called to inspect the site and collect samples for further analysis.
During the operation, a customer present at the location reported purchasing similar items a day earlier, only to find them unfit for consumption, resulting in financial loss.
Police have registered a case under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita along with sections of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and seized all incriminating materials as evidence.
Investigations revealed that the accused had been sourcing expired, damaged, or near expiry products at very low prices from various suppliers. He then stored them at his shop and sold them at discounted rates to lure customers and make quick profits, knowingly risking consumer health.
In total, around 900 kilograms of packaged food items were seized during the raid. Additionally, nearly 2,000 kilograms of dairy products such as curd and cheese were destroyed on site as per safety guidelines in the presence of officials.
Police said the accused, a resident of Bijwasan, had previously worked as a street vendor before entering this illegal trade around 2022 after coming into contact with individuals dealing in such goods. Further investigation is currently underway to trace the supply chain and identify other individuals involved.
Senior officials reiterated that strict action will continue against those engaged in activities that endanger public health and deceive consumers.
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