Political Intrigue Unveiled: The Santosh Deshmukh Murder and Extortion Case
The Maharashtra CID is investigating an extortion case tied to the murder of sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh. A key suspect, Walmik Karad, linked to minister Dhananjay Munde, surrendered and is in custody. Political vendetta claims arise amid accusations of mastermind involvement in the murder and extortion plot.
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The Crime Investigation Department (CID) of Maharashtra Police has initiated an investigation into an extortion case connected to the murder of local sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh, sources revealed on Wednesday.
Walmik Karad, allied to NCP leader Dhananjay Munde, submitted himself to authorities and has been remanded into custody by a local court. Karad's surrender occurred following his implication in the extortion scheme documented at Kej police station, Beed district.
The CID is actively searching for other suspects while maintaining confidentiality regarding identities of the summoned. Santosh Deshmukh faced a brutal end on December 9, allegedly due to his resistance to an extortion attempt aimed at a windmill company. Political tensions rise as Karad, accused of masterminding the plot, denies allegations citing political vendetta.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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