Who is the latest suspect arrested in Raja Raghuvanshi's murder case?
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Synopsis
The murder case of Raja Raghuvanshi continues to unfold with the arrest of Lokendra Singh Tomar, bringing the total to eight suspects. This high-profile case raises questions about the extent of involvement and evidence disposal, keeping the public on edge.
Key Takeaways
- Latest arrest: Lokendra Singh Tomar apprehended.
- Total arrests: Eight individuals now arrested.
- Evidence disposal: Alleged involvement of multiple suspects.
- Investigation ongoing: SIT actively pursuing leads.
- Public interest: Case has sparked significant media attention.
Indore, June 23 (NationPress) The Meghalaya Police's Special Investigation Team (SIT) has made another arrest related to the murder case of Raja Raghuvanshi on Monday.
The individual apprehended is Lokendra Singh Tomar, identified as the owner of the flat where Raja's spouse, Sonam Raghuvanshi, resided from May 25 to June 7 upon her return to Indore.
Tomar was taken into custody at MK Plaza in Gwalior around 4:30 PM and subsequently transported to Indore. With this latest arrest, the total number of persons arrested in this case has now reached eight.
On Sunday, the Meghalaya Police apprehended Silome James, a property dealer and tenant from a building located in Indore’s Heera Bagh Colony, where Sonam had stayed after her return from Meghalaya following the murder, along with Balla Ahirwar, a security guard of that property.
These arrests were made for allegedly assisting the principal accused, Sonam Raghuvanshi, alongside her purported boyfriend, Raj Kushwaha, in the destruction of crucial evidence.
Silome James was captured at the Bhonrasa toll plaza in Dewas district around 7:30 PM on June 21 while attempting to escape to Bhopal. He was later brought to Indore where he was taken to the site where he reportedly burned a box belonging to Sonam, containing various items including jewelry, a laptop, and a firearm purportedly owned by Kushwaha.
The security guard, Balla Ahirwar, who had fled to his hometown, was also apprehended in the Ashok Nagar district of Madhya Pradesh. The three alleged contract killers are currently incarcerated in Meghalaya.
On Saturday, a court in Meghalaya granted judicial custody to Kushwaha and Sonam. Three members of the SIT have been in Madhya Pradesh since June 17, investigating multiple locations associated with the accused.
Sonam and Raja celebrated their marriage on May 11. They departed for their honeymoon in Meghalaya on May 20 and were reported missing on May 23 from Sohra town in East Khasi Hills district.
Raja’s decomposed remains were discovered in a deep gorge on June 2, while his wife, initially thought to be missing, was arrested in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, on June 9.
Point of View
It is essential to remain committed to delivering factual, unbiased reporting. The ongoing investigation into Raja Raghuvanshi's murder not only highlights the complexities involved but also reflects the importance of thorough law enforcement efforts to ensure justice is served. NationPress will continue to provide updates as this story develops.
NationPress
23/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest development in the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case?
The latest development is the arrest of Lokendra Singh Tomar, bringing the total number of arrests to eight.
Who is Lokendra Singh Tomar?
Lokendra Singh Tomar is identified as the owner of the flat where Sonam Raghuvanshi stayed after returning to Indore.
What charges are the arrested individuals facing?
The arrested individuals are charged with assisting the main accused in disposing of evidence related to Raja Raghuvanshi's murder.
When was Raja Raghuvanshi reported missing?
Raja Raghuvanshi was reported missing on May 23 after he and his wife returned from their honeymoon.
What was found related to the case?
Raja's decomposed body was discovered in a gorge, and items belonging to Sonam were allegedly burned to destroy evidence.
