A former Army veteran who had been on the lam for more than two decades, evading justice for the murder of his wife, was finally apprehended by Delhi Police officials in his hometown in Madhya Pradesh. Anil Kumar Tiwari, now 58 years old, hailing from Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, was convicted in 1989 for the gruesome killing of his wife, strangling her before setting her body ablaze. Despite his efforts to pass off the crime as a suicide, Tiwari was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison the same year. However, in 2005, he was granted a two-week parole by the Delhi High Court, a decision that would ultimately lead to his 20-year-long flight from the law.
A Desperate Escape and a Decades-Long Pursuit
After absconding during his parole in 2005, Tiwari managed to elude authorities for two decades by shunning the use of mobile phones, dealing only in cash, and constantly changing his whereabouts and employment. The Delhi Police Crime Branch, determined to bring him to justice, finally caught up with him on April 12, 20 years after he had slipped through their fingers. Deputy Commissioner of Police Aditya Gautam revealed that a special team was assembled to track down Tiwari, receiving intel that led them to Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh and eventually to his village in Sidhi, where he was apprehended.
During questioning, Tiwari disclosed that he had been living a transient life, working as a driver in different cities to avoid detection, all while ensuring he left no digital or financial trail behind. Shockingly, he also confessed to remarrying during his time on the run, now being the father of four children from his second marriage. The startling revelation of his new family paints a complex portrait of a man who managed to rebuild his life while evading the consequences of his past actions.
A Cautionary Tale of Justice Delayed
The tale of Anil Kumar Tiwari serves as a stark reminder of the long arm of justice and the consequences of evading accountability for one’s crimes. Despite his successful evasion for two decades, the law finally caught up with him, showcasing that justice may be delayed, but it is rarely denied. Tiwari’s ability to lead a new life, complete with a new family, while on the run highlights the complexities of human nature and the lengths some will go to in order to escape their past.
As this chapter in Tiwari’s life comes to a close with his arrest, it serves as a cautionary tale for those who believe they can outrun the law. The perseverance of law enforcement in tracking down a fugitive for over 20 years is a testament to the dedication and commitment of those tasked with upholding justice, ensuring that even the most elusive criminals are brought to account for their actions.
Justice may be delayed, but it is never truly evaded. And for Anil Kumar Tiwari, the wheels of justice have finally caught up with him, bringing an end to his decades-long flight from accountability.
