A 27-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly strangling his live-in partner to death following an argument at their rented accommodation in Bengaluru's Malleswaram area, police said.
The accused and the victim had reportedly met through Instagram and had been living together for the past six months.
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Instagram relationship gone wrong
According to investigators, the accused, identified as Sharath, and the 20-year-old victim, Anusha, were both natives of Sakleshpur in Karnataka's Hassan district.
The two reportedly became friends on Instagram around a year ago before entering into a relationship and moving in together in Bengaluru.
Argument escalated into violence
Police told the Mint that the incident occurred on Saturday night when the couple allegedly consumed alcohol and became involved in a heated argument over personal and family-related issues. Investigators believe the dispute escalated, leading Sharath to allegedly strangle Anusha inside their rented residence.
Authorities added that the woman died at the scene. The accused allegedly remained away from the police for nearly two days after the incident.
Lawyer alerts police
The crime came to light after Sharath reportedly approached an advocate and informed him about the incident. The lawyer subsequently alerted the police, prompting officers from the Seshadripuram Police Station to inspect the residence and begin an investigation.
The case has once again drawn attention to instances of violence within intimate relationships and the need for timely intervention in situations involving recurring conflicts. Police said further investigation is underway.
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FAQs
Q1: Who was arrested in the Bengaluru live-in partner murder case?
Ans: A 27-year-old man identified as Sharath was arrested for allegedly strangling his live-in partner Anusha.
Q2: How did police learn about the incident?
Ans: Police were informed after the accused allegedly confessed the crime to an advocate, who then alerted authorities.
