Official announcements from the Karnataka government

Bengaluru Murder: NCW Directs Probe, Police Form Four Special Teams, Detain Three

Sep 23, 2024, 07:49 AM

A 29-year-old woman was found murdered in Bengaluru, prompting a significant investigation by local authorities. Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara confirmed that four special police teams have been formed to probe the case, with some teams dispatched to West Bengal and Odisha. The police have detained three individuals and are closing in on the prime suspect, who is believed to have known the victim closely. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has directed the state police to expedite the arrests and ensure a thorough investigation. BJP leaders have criticized the Siddaramaiah government, citing a breakdown in law and order and calling for the implementation of Anti-Love Jihad laws. The incident has sparked a broader debate on safety and law enforcement in Karnataka.