Man murders live-in partner for insisting to marry him, arrested from West Bengal
Times of India | 30 March 2024
KOLKATA: A 22-year-old woman was found dead in Palghar district, Maharashtra, allegedly strangled by her live-in partner for pressuring him to marry her.
The accused, Minazuddin Abdul Ajij Mulla, also known as Ravindra Reddy, was apprehended in West Bengal.
The victim, Anisha Barasta Khatun, was found dead on March 15 in a rented room in Dahanu town.
Initially thought to be an accidental death, the autopsy revealed strangulation, leading to a murder investigation. Deputy Superintendent of Police Ankita Kanse led the inquiry, uncovering that the accused used a false identity to rent the room and pose as the victim's husband.
The crime was exposed when neighbors reported a foul odor emanating from the room, prompting the discovery of the woman's decomposed body. Following a week-long search, Ajij Mulla was captured on March 22 in South 24 Parganas district, where he and the victim originated.
The accused confessed to the crime, stating that he killed the victim due to her persistent desire to marry him against his wishes. Mulla has been remanded in police custody until April 2 by the Palghar court. District Superintendent of Police Balasaheb Patil emphasized the tragic nature of the incident, highlighting the collaborative efforts of the police in solving the case.
The authorities remain vigilant in pursuing justice for the victim, ensuring that the perpetrator faces the consequences of his actions.