By Trend News Line 2024-05-25 08:50:56.
The Arrest of Bank Manager and Accomplices in 11-Year-Old Rape-Murder Case
In a recent development, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Karnataka Police has made three arrests in connection with an 11-year-old rape-murder case that shook the state. Among the arrested individuals is a bank manager who was a colleague of the victim’s husband.
A Tragic Disappearance and Discovery of the Victim
The case dates back to February 15, 2013, when a bank employee reported his 44-year-old wife missing. The woman, who worked as an executive assistant in Bengaluru, failed to return home from work, prompting her husband to file a police complaint. Tragically, her body was later discovered in a Nilgiri grove in Muthukadahalli village under Chikkajala police limits.
Initial Investigation and Arrest of Husband
Initially, the local police investigating the case arrested the victim’s husband on suspicion of murder. However, after further investigation, it was determined that he was not involved in the crime. Subsequently, the police closed the case, citing that the accused remained untraced.
Legal Battle and CID Probe
Following his exoneration, the victim’s husband sought justice for his wife and approached the Karnataka High Court for a fresh investigation. The High Court then ordered a CID probe into the matter, leading to significant breakthroughs in the case.
Breakthrough in the Investigation
The CID’s intensive investigation included interviewing eyewitnesses and following up on leads that eventually pointed towards a suspect named Deepak Chanappa. Further probing led the CID to the branch manager of the bank where the victim’s husband worked, along with an accomplice named Hariprasad S, who were allegedly involved in the heinous crime.
Technical and Scientific Evidence
The CID stated that they have collected substantial technical and scientific evidence in the case, culminating in the submission of a charge sheet against the three accused individuals. The agency highlighted the complexity of the case and commended the investigative team for their diligence in apprehending the suspects.
Official Statement by CID
In an official statement, the CID acknowledged the challenges faced in the investigation, especially considering the previous closure of the case by the local police. The agency emphasized the importance of persistence and skilled investigative work in bringing the perpetrators to justice.
Conclusion
The recent arrests in the long-dormant rape-murder case have brought a glimmer of hope to the victim’s family and the community at large. The CID’s unwavering commitment to seeking justice and unraveling the truth serves as a testament to the relentless pursuit of justice in the face of adversity..
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