Bhavana Singh Murder Case: All Three Suspects Arrested in Himachal Pradesh
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Synopsis
On March 27, the police reported the capture of all three suspects in the murder of Bhavana Singh, a 24-year-old woman shot during a home party in Indore. The suspects were located in Himachal Pradesh after fleeing various cities.
Key Takeaways
- All three suspects arrested in Bhavana Singh's murder.
- The incident occurred at a home party in Mahalaxmi Nagar, Indore.
- Police tracked suspects using advanced technology and intelligence.
- Suspects had extensive criminal backgrounds.
- Evidence linked them to online gambling and fraud.
Bhopal, March 27 (NationPress) The police announced on Thursday that they have successfully apprehended all three suspects involved in the murder case of Bhavana Singh, a 24-year-old woman tragically shot near her eye during a gathering at a home party in Mahalaxmi Nagar, Indore.
The incident took place in the early hours of March 20 at approximately 2:30 a.m. and was characterized by authorities as a party fueled by alcohol.
Bhavana was taken to a private hospital by her companions from the party, but she sadly succumbed to her injuries by noon the next day.
Her companions fled the hospital under the pretense of notifying her family.
Aditya Patle, Assistant Commissioner of Police for the Vijay Nagar subdivision, confirmed to IANS that the suspects Mukul, Ashu, and Swasti Rai were captured in Kasol, Himachal Pradesh.
After bringing Bhavana to the hospital, the trio left Indore, traveling through Bhopal, Gwalior, and Delhi before being located in Kasol.
"The primary suspect has confessed to discharging the deadly shot utilizing a locally manufactured firearm known as a 'katta'. The weapon has been retrieved, and further investigations are ongoing," stated the officer, noting that a murder case has been initiated against them.
The Vijay Nagar and Lasudia Police tracked the suspects using intelligence sources and technological tools. The officer also indicated that the suspects have a criminal history, including maintaining nearly 60 bank accounts and possessing over 25 mobile phones along with several ATM cards.
Though the accused were employed in various companies, their activities were linked to multiple crimes. Evidence has also connected them to illegal activities, such as online gambling and fraud, according to police reports.
They will face charges under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Another individual from Bhopal, suspected of assisting the trio, has been detained, although his involvement in the crime is still under investigation, the officer remarked.
Previously, the police issued a lookout notice and a reward of ₹10,000 for each suspect.
Initial findings indicated that the shooting occurred during a dispute when Bhavana expressed her intention to leave the party.
She was reportedly threatened with the firearm, according to police sources.
Crucial evidence, including a keychain with an address left at the hospital and CCTV footage, assisted investigators in locating the suspects.
Three individuals, including Ashu Yadav, Mukul Yadav, and Swasti, were identified as participants at the house party.
Bhavana, who had recently relocated to Indore from Gwalior to pursue a beautician course, was reportedly married and residing in a rented apartment in Mahalaxmi Nagar.
Pankaj Thakur, her brother (by choice), known as Munhbola Bhai in Indian society, took charge of the situation and performed her last rites, as the victim's parents had already passed away, leaving her without family. The bullet had penetrated her eyes and lodged in her brain. It is believed that her connection with Swasti introduced her to the group involved in this tragic incident, police sources indicated.
