Mother of Two Stabbed to Death in Bengaluru After Ending Affair

Bengaluru is grappling with shock and grief following the horrific murder of mother of two, just weeks after another high-profile killing in the city.The motive, per Subramanyapura Police, stemmed from woman's decision to end their extramarital affair after her family discovered it, enraging accused. The tragedy has intensified concerns about rising violent crimes in India’s tech hub.

A Tragic End to a Secret Affair

Her family’s discovery of the affair months earlier prompted her to distance herself, a decision accuse refused to accept. On June 6, he lured her to a hotel under the pretext of a final meeting, where he stabbed her 13 times with a knife purchased days earlier, indicating premeditation. Accused who sustained minor injuries during the act, was arrested within hours and confessed, as confirmed by police statements on June 7.

Police Investigation and Evidence

The Subramanyapura Police recovered the murder weapon and CCTV footage showing accused  entering the hotel with victim. A 90-second video on his phone, capturing the assault, corroborated the brutality. The post-mortem report confirmed death due to multiple stab wounds, with injuries to her neck and chest. The police have charged accused under Section 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for murder, with the case set for fast-track trial due to public outcry.

Bengaluru’s Growing Safety Concerns

The murder, following the August 2024 Mahalakshmi killing, has sparked protests and debates over Bengaluru’s safety, particularly for women. Victim's family, devastated, seeks justice for their loss.

A City in Mourning

The woman's death, leaving behind two young children, has left Bengaluru shaken. As the investigation continues, the city confronts the urgent need for measures to curb violent crimes, ensuring such tragedies do not recur.