Palghar Murder Accused Arrested in U.P. After Evading Justice for 24 Years
A man accused of a murder in Palghar, Maharashtra, committed in January 2001, has been arrested from Uttar Pradesh after evading authorities for 24 years. The victim, Moharram Ali Mohammad Ibrahim Ali, was fatally stabbed in the stomach. The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in a long-unsolved case, bringing the accused, now 46, to face justice after more than two decades.
Unpacked:
The accused is Mamu alias Chhote alias Babuon Omprakash Shrisahuni Diwakar, also known as an autorickshaw driver. He was apprehended by Palghar police in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on April 27, 2025, following a reopened investigation and careful tracking of his whereabouts after 24 years on the run.
The motive was a dispute over unpaid autorickshaw fares. The victim, Moharram Ali Mohammad Ibrahim Ali, allegedly failed to pay fares for rides he regularly took from the accused, leading to an escalation and ultimately the fatal stabbing.
Yes, in addition to Mamu, another individual named Harun Ali Mustaqin Ali Syed was also charged under Indian Penal Code section 302 (murder) in connection with the case. However, recent reports focus on the arrest of Mamu after his long period as a fugitive.
The police reopened the case five months ago, conducting renewed investigations that involved tracing leads, checking multiple locations, and gathering clues, which eventually led them to the accused in Uttar Pradesh. The breakthrough is credited to persistent detective work and inter-state cooperation.