Police in Vadodara are digging deeper into a shocking case where a woman allegedly strangled her fiancé to death at their home. The central question investigators are trying to answer is whether Rekha Rathwa acted entirely alone or had assistance from someone else in the killing of Sachin Rathwa.
Unanswered Questions in the Pratapnagar Murder
Authorities have revealed that Rekha Rathwa has claimed she single-handedly strangled Sachin during a fit of rage. However, this claim has raised significant doubts among the investigating team. A police officer pointed out a critical inconsistency: "It remains unclear how Sachin was unable to defend himself despite being attacked by a single person."
This doubt has led the police to explore other possibilities. One key line of inquiry is whether Rekha administered some kind of substance to render Sachin unconscious before killing him. To trace her possible connections, investigators are meticulously scanning her mobile phone call records to determine if she was in contact with anyone else around the time of the incident.
A Relationship That Began on Instagram Ends in Tragedy
The couple's story began three years ago when they connected on the social media platform Instagram. Their online interaction blossomed into a relationship, culminating in an engagement last year. Following their engagement, Sachin moved into Rekha's residence in the Pratapnagar area of Vadodara.
According to the police reconstruction of events, the tragedy was triggered by a bitter argument three days before the murder. The confrontation erupted after Sachin confronted Rekha, suspecting her of having an affair. While Rekha denied the allegation, the fight intensified. An enraged Sachin reportedly threatened to call off their engagement and even phoned his father to express his desire to end the relationship.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
Following the incident, Rekha Rathwa was arrested and produced before a local court. The court has remanded her to four days of police custody, allowing investigators to continue their interrogation and gather more evidence.
The professional backgrounds of the couple add another layer to the story. Rekha is an employee with the Indian Railways, while Sachin worked as a driver. As the police custody period proceeds, the Vadodara police are committed to piecing together the complete sequence of events and establishing whether the fatal act was a solo mission or a plotted crime with accomplices.
