Bengaluru Woman’s Body Parts Discovered In Refrigerator: All You Need To Know

In a chilling murder case that emerged on Saturday, Bengaluru police discovered the dismembered body of a 29-year-old woman, identified as Mahalakshmi, stuffed into a refrigerator at her home in Vyalikaval.

A native of Nelamangala on the outskirts of the city, Mahalakshmi’s remains were found cut into over 20 pieces, prompting a swift investigation.

Investigation Update

Bengaluru Police Commissioner B. Dayananda announced on Monday that authorities have identified a prime suspect in the case but withheld further details, noting that the suspect is not from Karnataka.

The National Commission for Women has urged Karnataka police to expedite the arrest of those involved, expecting a detailed report within three days.

Who Was Mahalakshmi?

Mahalakshmi worked as a team leader at a costume outlet in Malleshwaram and lived alone in a rented house in Vinayaka Nagar.

The police initiated the investigation based on a complaint filed by her mother, Meena Rana. Initial findings suggest that the murder occurred approximately 15 days prior, with the victim’s body kept in a 165-liter refrigerator.

Troubled Marital History

Mahalakshmi’s husband, Hemant Das, revealed that the couple had been separated for the last nine months due to ongoing domestic disputes.

He claimed that Mahalakshmi had an affair with a barber from Uttarakhand, which he discovered around April-May last year.

Despite filing a Non-Cognisable Report (NCR) against her at the time, he was unaware of the extent of her contact with the man after their separation.

“Their extra-marital affair led to our problems. We separated, and for the first four months, our daughter lived with her before moving in with me in Nelamangala,” Das explained to the police.

Family Insights

In February, both families attempted to mediate the couple’s disputes. Mahalakshmi’s brother mentioned that he had visited her in July and that they planned to meet on August 15 to celebrate Independence Day. However, Mahalakshmi lost contact with her family on September 4.

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Legal Proceedings

The Bengaluru police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) under Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in connection with the murder. Following a postmortem examination, Mahalakshmi’s body has been returned to her family.

Official Statements

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara stated that police have gathered significant information regarding Mahalakshmi’s death but could not disclose specifics.

He expressed confidence that the police would apprehend the accused soon, indicating uncertainty about whether one or two individuals were involved in the crime.

In response to concerns about women’s safety, the minister highlighted ongoing government measures, including increased CCTV installation in areas frequented by women.

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