Delhi Murder Case: IRS Officer’s Daughter Killed; Accused Rahul Meena Pawned Marksheet to Fund Gambling Habit

New Delhi — April 24, 2026

In a deeply disturbing case that has shocked the national capital, Delhi Police have revealed that the accused in the murder of a senior IRS officer’s daughter allegedly pawned his educational certificates, including his Class 12 marksheet, to sustain a severe online gambling addiction.

The accused has been identified as Rahul Meena, 23, whose financial distress and alleged criminal actions are now at the center of an ongoing investigation.

Accused’s Background and Financial Collapse

According to findings reported by India Today, Rahul Meena was academically strong, having scored around 90% in his Class 12 examinations, but his life reportedly deteriorated due to addiction to online gambling platforms.

Police investigations indicate:

He was addicted to online games such as Teen Patti and Ludo betting platforms
He accumulated nearly ₹7 lakh in debt
He was under pressure from local lenders for repayment

To sustain his gambling habit, Meena allegedly:

Pawned his Class 12 marksheet and other educational documents
Sold or mortgaged mobile phones, a motorcycle, and household items

Officials described his financial condition as “severely unstable,” with mounting debts influencing his actions.

Link to the Victim’s Family

Investigators confirmed that Meena had a prior connection to the victim’s family. He had worked as a domestic helper at their residence in Kailash Hills, Delhi, but was dismissed approximately one and a half months before the incident.

Police sources stated that:

He was removed due to financial misconduct and repeated borrowing
He retained knowledge of the house layout
He allegedly had access to or created a duplicate key

Details of the Crime

According to police findings, the accused allegedly entered the residence while the victim’s parents were away at a gym.

Investigators allege that:

Meena used a hidden or duplicate key to gain entry
He sexually assaulted the victim
He then strangled her using a mobile phone charging cable
He fled the scene with cash and jewellery

Authorities have emphasized that these details are based on preliminary investigation and will be subject to judicial scrutiny.

Possible Link to Another Crime

In a significant development, police have indicated that Meena may have been involved in a similar assault in Alwar, Rajasthan, approximately 12 hours before the Delhi incident.

This angle is currently under investigation, with authorities coordinating across state lines to verify evidence and establish connections.