Chennai Police Constable Found Dead in Egmore Residence, Husband Arrested
A tragic incident has shaken the police community in Chennai, as a 29-year-old police constable was discovered dead at her residence in Egmore on Wednesday night. The deceased, identified as Bhuvaneswari, was serving on special duty at the Egmore crime wing police station. Her husband, Silambarasan, 31, an armed police constable attached to the Pudupet Armed Reserve, has been arrested on charges of abetment to suicide.
Allegations of Dowry Harassment and Physical Abuse
According to the family of the deceased woman, Bhuvaneswari was driven to her death by severe dowry harassment and sustained physical abuse. The couple, who fell in love and married in 2024, reportedly faced frequent quarrels, with Silambarasan allegedly subjecting her to physical violence. On the night of the incident, they had another heated argument, which preceded the tragic discovery.
In the morning following the argument, Silambarasan found his wife hanging at their home. The circumstances of her death have prompted a mandatory revenue divisional officer inquiry, as she died within two years of marriage, a standard procedure in such cases to investigate potential foul play or domestic issues.
Investigation and Postmortem Details
The body of Bhuvaneswari has been sent to Rajiv Gandhi Government Hospital for a thorough postmortem examination to determine the exact cause of death and gather forensic evidence. Authorities are treating this as a high-priority case, given the involvement of police personnel and the serious allegations raised by the family.
Key Points of the Case:
- Bhuvaneswari, 29, was a constable at the Egmore crime wing police station.
- Silambarasan, 31, her husband, is an armed police constable from Pudupet Armed Reserve.
- The couple married in 2024 after a love marriage.
- Family alleges dowry harassment and physical abuse led to her suicide.
- A mandatory RDO inquiry has been ordered due to the death within two years of marriage.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence and dowry-related issues in India, even within law enforcement families. The arrest of Silambarasan underscores the legal consequences for such allegations, and the investigation is expected to proceed swiftly to ensure justice for Bhuvaneswari.
