In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through the capital, a 35-year-old man in Delhi allegedly murdered his partner and then left her body in his car overnight, reportedly too intoxicated to dispose of the corpse properly. The gruesome discovery was made in the early hours of Tuesday morning in northwest Delhi's Keshav Puram area.
The Gruesome Discovery
Police officials received information about a suspicious vehicle with a woman's body inside near a park in Keshav Puram. Upon arriving at the scene around 5:30 AM on Tuesday, officers found the victim's lifeless body in the car. The deceased was identified as 32-year-old Sapna, a resident of Jahangirpuri, who had been in a relationship with the accused for approximately two years.
Initial investigations revealed that the victim had been strangled to death. There were visible injury marks on her neck, indicating violent physical assault before her death. The body was sent for postmortem examination to determine the exact cause of death and gather additional forensic evidence.
The Arrest and Confession
Police quickly identified and arrested the prime suspect, Rohit, a 35-year-old man who lived in the same neighborhood as the victim. During interrogation, Rohit allegedly confessed to the crime and provided disturbing details about what transpired.
According to police statements, the accused admitted to consuming alcohol with Sapna on Monday evening. An argument erupted between them during their drinking session, which escalated into physical violence. Rohit claimed he strangled Sapna during the heated altercation, resulting in her death.
What makes this case particularly disturbing is the accused's stated reason for not disposing of the body immediately. Rohit told investigators he was too drunk to properly dispose of the corpse, so he simply left the body in his car and went home to sleep, planning to deal with the situation the next day.
Ongoing Investigation and Background
Police are currently investigating the exact circumstances that led to the fatal argument. Officers have registered a case under section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code and are exploring all possible motives behind the killing.
Initial background checks revealed that both the accused and victim were known to local authorities. Rohit had previous criminal cases registered against him, though the exact nature of these cases hasn't been disclosed by police officials. The relationship between the two individuals had reportedly been turbulent, with occasional conflicts that neighbors had sometimes noticed.
Forensic teams have collected evidence from both the crime scene and the vehicle where the body was discovered. The postmortem report is awaited, which will provide crucial medical evidence about the time and exact cause of death. Police are also examining whether there were any witnesses to the argument or if anyone saw the accused with the victim on the fateful evening.
This incident has highlighted concerns about domestic violence and alcohol-related crimes in the city. Local authorities have emphasized the importance of reporting domestic disputes and seeking help before situations escalate to violence. The case continues to develop as investigators piece together the final hours of the victim's life and build a strong case against the accused.
