Karnataka Pledges Swift Justice in Gruesome Murder Case

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has vowed to quickly apprehend those responsible for the gruesome murder of 29-year-old Mahalakshmi. The suspect, identified as a man from West Bengal, has led to widespread police investigation. Although precautions are in place, the Minister emphasized increased efforts for women's safety.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Monday vowed to apprehend those responsible for the gruesome murder of a 29-year-old woman here, as soon as possible.

He also said the police have identified a man from West Bengal as the main suspect.

According to police, Mahalakshmi's body was found chopped into over 50 pieces and stuffed into a refrigerator in a flat at Vyalikaval in the city.

Addressing reporters, Parameshwara said, ''Aready some information has been collected, which I cannot reveal now, but we will soon nab those involved in it.'' ''They say the main suspect is an individual from West Bengal, but unless we have more information, we can't really confirm. As early as possible we will secure those involved.''

The maggot-infested body of Mahalakshmi was discovered by her mother and elder sister at her home on Saturday.

In response to reports that one person was already taken into custody, the Home Minister said ''police bring in suspects and inquire them. If somebody confesses, then they will be taken into custody.'' The deceased woman's estranged husband has expressed suspicion about a man known to her.

On women's safety, the Minister said many precautions and measures are already in place in Bengaluru, such as the Nirbhaya programme and extensive CCTV installations. However, he acknowledged the need for more effort and vigilance from police stations.

Several investigation teams have been formed to trace the culprits, with some teams dispatched to various parts of India, sources said.

(With inputs from agencies.)