New Delhi, June 2 -- A dispute over seating arrangements escalated into a shooting in southeast Delhi's Amar Colony, resulting in the death of a 17-year-old boy, with the minor accused set to face legal proceedings as an adult under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), police said on Tuesday.

According to the Delhi Police Crime Branch, the incident stemmed from a minor altercation that turned violent when a Child in Conflict with Law (CCL) allegedly opened fire during the confrontation.

Speaking to ANI, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime Branch) Harsh Indora said the accused was traced and apprehended through technical surveillance and local intelligence within 24 hours of the incident.

"The person who opened fire is a minor, classifie...