A Special Investigation Team has been constituted to conduct a thorough probe into the tragic death of prominent realtor G Parameshwara Roy, who allegedly took his own life during an Income Tax department search operation at his office in Bengaluru.
Incident Details and Police Investigation
According to police sources familiar with the case, the incident occurred when Income Tax officials were conducting searches at Parameshwara Roy's office premises. The realtor, who was present during the raid, reportedly shot himself with a firearm, leading to immediate fatality.
SIT Formation and Mandate
The Special Investigation Team has been tasked with examining all aspects of the case, including:
- The circumstances leading to the Income Tax department's search operation
- The sequence of events during the raid at Roy's office
- The recovery and forensic analysis of the weapon used
- Statements from witnesses and officials present at the scene
- Possible motives and background factors contributing to the incident
Background of the Case
G Parameshwara Roy was a well-known figure in Karnataka's real estate sector with substantial business interests across Bengaluru. The Income Tax department's search operation was part of a larger investigation into financial irregularities, though specific details about the scope of the raid remain undisclosed.
Official Statements and Next Steps
While police authorities have confirmed the basic facts of the case, they have refrained from making detailed public statements pending the SIT's investigation. The team is expected to:
- Collect and analyze all available evidence from the scene
- Interview all individuals present during the incident
- Review CCTV footage and electronic records
- Submit a comprehensive report with findings and recommendations
The formation of the Special Investigation Team indicates the seriousness with which authorities are treating this case, particularly given the high-profile nature of the individual involved and the circumstances surrounding his death during an official government operation.
