Meghalaya Honeymoon: Wife Hired Killers to Kill Husband, Arrested
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The Meghalaya Police have made a significant breakthrough in the murder case of Raja Raghuvanshi, a newlywed man from Indore, Madhya Pradesh. According to the police, Raja’s wife, Sonam Raghuvanshi, allegedly hired a group of killers to murder her husband during their honeymoon in Meghalaya.
Key Developments in the Case
- Arrests Made: The police have arrested three suspects, including two from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and one from Uttar Pradesh. Sonam Raghuvanshi, the wife, has also surrendered to the police in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh.
- Investigation: The police investigation revealed that Sonam had hired the killers to murder her husband. The suspects have confessed to their involvement in the crime.
- Search Operation: The police launched a massive search operation in Meghalaya, involving multiple agencies, including the State Disaster Response Force and the National Disaster Response Force.
- Recovery of Evidence: The police recovered Raja’s body from a gorge near Cherrapunji, and a smashed mobile phone and a machete were also found at the scene.
Reaction from Authorities
- Chief Minister’s Praise: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma praised the police for solving the case within seven days. He said that the operation was still ongoing to catch one more suspect involved in the crime.
Case Details
- Disappearance: Raja Raghuvanshi and his wife, Sonam, went missing on May 23 from Sohra, near Shillong, Meghalaya, where they were on their honeymoon.
- Body Found: Raja’s body was discovered in a gorge near Weisawdong Falls, and the police suspected foul play.
- Investigation Team: A Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed to probe the case, and the police were working to gather evidence and piece together the events surrounding Raja’s murder.
The police are continuing their investigation and working to apprehend any remaining suspects involved in the crime.
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