In a shocking and gruesome discovery, the dismembered body of a 29-year-old woman, identified as Mahalakshmi, was found in her one-bedroom apartment in Malleshwaram, Bengaluru. The body was cut into over 50 pieces and stored inside a refrigerator, according to police reports.
The investigation began when neighbors reported a foul smell emanating from Mahalakshmi’s apartment. Upon entering the premises, police found the dismembered body along with a blue suitcase near the refrigerator, suggesting a possible attempt to move the body.
Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara stated that the prime suspect, who hails from Odisha and was residing in Bengaluru, has been traced to West Bengal. Efforts are currently underway to apprehend him. The suspect’s identity has not been disclosed to avoid compromising the investigation.
Mahalakshmi, originally from Nepal, had been living separately from her husband, Hemant Das, in the rented apartment. She worked as a team leader at a costume outlet in Malleshwaram. Her family, who had moved to Karnataka 35 years ago, is devastated by the incident.
The Bengaluru Police have formed six teams to investigate the case from all angles. Forensic experts and a dog squad have been deployed to gather evidence from the crime scene. The post-mortem report is awaited to provide further insights into the time and cause of death1.
As the investigation continues, the community remains in shock over the brutal nature of the crime. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward to assist in the swift apprehension of the suspect.
This tragic event has left many in the community feeling unsettled.
