According to police, the murder took place on June 20, 2009, when Firoz, Afroz and two other associates allegedly conspired to kill a man named Maskur Yas over an old land dispute in their village. The accused allegedly attacked Maskur Yas on the head with a hammer, resulting in his death.
A case was registered at Mulund Police Station under Sections 302 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in connection with the murder.
Following the incident, Firoz allegedly went into hiding and concealed his identity to evade arrest. Police searched for him in his native village and at various locations but failed to trace him. He was subsequently declared a wanted accused in the case.
Under the guidance of senior officers, the Mulund Police team launched a fresh search operation using secret informers and technical investigation. During the investigation, police discovered that the accused had changed his mobile number and SIM card.
Further investigation revealed that Firoz had travelled from Bihar to Mumbai and was living with his family in Baneli village, located in Titwala East, Thane district. He had allegedly concealed his identity and was working as a fitter at a construction site.
Acting on the information received, the police team reached Titwala and took the accused into custody. During questioning, he identified himself as Firoz Mohammad Suleman Sheikh.
The accused is originally from Dogaz village in Barsoi taluka of Bihar's Katihar district.
Further police investigation revealed that Firoz and his associates had allegedly murdered Maskur Yas by striking him on the head with a hammer over an old land dispute.
The arrest brings the 17-year-old search for the accused to an end, as police continue their investigation into the murder case.
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