In a chilling crime that has shaken the capital, Delhi Police have arrested a 28-year-old auto-rickshaw driver for the alleged murder of his pregnant live-in partner. The gruesome incident came to light after weeks of intensive investigation by law enforcement authorities.
The Disappearance and Investigation
The case began when 26-year-old Rinku Sharma was reported missing by her concerned family members. According to police reports, the victim was approximately four months pregnant at the time of her disappearance. The investigation took a serious turn when her family grew increasingly worried about her safety.
Police officials revealed that the prime suspect, identified as Sonu, had been in a live-in relationship with the victim for several months. The couple resided together in northwest Delhi's Aman Vihar area, where neighbors reported frequent arguments between them.
The Gruesome Discovery
After sustained interrogation, the accused finally confessed to the crime, leading investigators to the Muradnagar canal in Ghaziabad. There, in a heartbreaking discovery, police recovered the decomposed body of the pregnant woman. Forensic experts were immediately called to the scene to gather evidence.
"The accused has admitted to strangling the victim during a heated argument and then disposing of her body in the canal," revealed a senior police officer involved in the case.
Motivation Behind the Crime
Preliminary investigations suggest that the pregnancy might have been a key factor leading to the tragic incident. Sources indicate that the couple had been facing financial difficulties, and the news of the pregnancy had created additional tension between them.
Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including murder and destruction of evidence. The investigation continues as authorities work to build a strong case against the accused.
Community Reaction
The local community has expressed shock and outrage over the brutal crime. Many residents described the victim as a quiet, reserved woman who kept mostly to herself. Neighbors reported that they had noticed tension between the couple but never imagined it would lead to such a tragic outcome.
This case has once again highlighted the vulnerabilities faced by women in live-in relationships and the importance of robust support systems for victims of domestic violence.
