New Delhi, January 24, 2026-- A young man’s life was brutally cut short in a brazen late‑night shooting that has shaken the capital. 24‑year‑old Faizan was shot dead inside Mr King Lounge & Cafe in Maujpur, Northeast Delhi, and the reason behind the attack has stunned both locals and social media users. CCTV footage, a viral confession video, conflicting versions from family members, and allegations of a long‑standing rivalry have turned the case into one of Delhi’s most talked‑about crimes.

Who Shot Faizan? A Chilling Confession

In a disturbing video posted on Instagram, a man identified as Moin openly confessed to killing Faizan, saying the shooting wasn’t on anyone else’s orders and insisting the motive was personal enmity. In the clip, the accused claimed that Faizan had slapped him months earlier, and that was his reason for taking Faizan’s life. He also denied any involvement of his family or friends in the murder.

This direct confession has shocked people across the city and raised serious questions about youth violence and how personal grudges escalate into deadly confrontations.

What Happened at the Café? That Night in Maujpur

The sequence of events is chilling:

  • Around 10:30 pm on January 23, 2026, gunshots rang out at Mr King Lounge & Cafe in the Maujpur area.

  • Faizan was found lying wounded with multiple gunshot injuries and was rushed to Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead.

  • Police teams and forensic experts sealed off the area, gathered evidence, and began scanning CCTV footage from inside and outside the café to track the accused and anyone who may have aided him.

Faizan’s injuries were severe — bullet wounds in the head and chest, and signs of a physical struggle before the shooting.

Motives: Rivalry, Money Dispute or Personal Grudge?

Right after the attack, two versions of the motive emerged:

  1. The accused’s version: He claimed the killing was purely personal — driven by a past physical altercation when Faizan hit him. He denied money or family involvement.

  2. The victim’s family’s claim: Faizan’s brother alleged the feud may have been over a financial dispute, saying Faizan had taken a loan and a fight had broken out between Faizan and his alleged killers over unpaid money. The family said they had even filed a police complaint earlier.

Police are still investigating every angle — rivalry, debt, or revenge — and reviewing all available evidence.

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Police Action & Investigation Status

Delhi Police have registered a murder case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Arms Act. Multiple teams are on the ground, scanning CCTV footage and tracking the movement of the suspect and any accomplices.

Senior officers stayed at the crime scene into the night, while forensic teams combed every detail for clues. At this stage, the accused is still believed to be absconding, and an alert has been issued to nab him quickly.

Community Reaction & Concerns

The brutal nature of the attack in a public café has left the neighbourhood in shock. Concerns are rising over law and order, especially gun culture among youth, and how minor disputes can escalate into lethal violence. People in Maujpur and surrounding areas have expressed anger and fear, demanding justice for Faizan.

Faizan’s sudden death has hit home for many — a young life ended far too soon, under circumstances that locals are still trying to understand.