Crime News

In Ramanagara, a 22-year-old man named Darshan was arrested after attempting to kidnap 5-year-old Rekha during a festival. Residents and police quickly located Rekha, bound in a godown, and arrested Darshan, who had planned to use the ransom for drug addiction.

In a brutal incident of animal cruelty, a man killed one cow and injured five others with a machete following a dispute with his neighbour over cattle rearing. He had earlier complained about water source issues, but a panchayat probe found no wrongdoing.

In Karnataka, an 18-year-old girl from Gundur village was found dead in a thorn bush, showing signs of severe injury and possible rape. The case has sparked widespread outrage and protests, with three arrests made. The government faces criticism for its response and handling of recent violent incidents.

The BJP has shared a letter allegedly signed by former RG Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh, ordering renovations near where a 31-year-old trainee doctor's body was found on August 9. 

In a 14-day crackdown, Thrissur City Police arrested 312 people and seized large quantities of liquor, narcotics, and tobacco products. The Excise Department conducted widespread raids, detecting 75 abkari cases, 32 NDPS cases, and 434 COTPA cases. The raids led to the seizure of 475 litres of wash, 16 litres of arrack, and 392 grams of methamphetamine, among other substances.

Bengaluru Police rescued two minor Bangladeshi girls and arrested three suspects in a prostitution ring, including Karisma Sheikh, Suraj Shahjee, and Subrahmanya Shastri. The raid uncovered illegal activities at a Govindpur residence, leading to charges under the POCSO Act. Further investigation is ongoing.

Manipal Police swiftly arrested 22-year-old Mohammed Shuraim from Bhatkal within 24 hours of his attempted rape on a Bangalore-Murdeshwar train. The arrest followed a thorough investigation, aided by the victim's complaint and the Railway Madad app, ensuring a prompt resolution to the incident.

Two separate incidents of sexual abuse of three and a three-and-a-half-year-old girls by men have been reported in Kozhikode. In the first case, a father was arrested for abusing his daughter, who was born out of an affair with another woman. In the second case, Hamsakoya from Govindapuram was arrested for sexually assaulting a girl, who showed signs of physical and mental distress. 

At Kempegowda International Airport, 45-year-old trolley operator Ramakrishna was fatally stabbed by Ramesh from Madhugiri around 7:15 PM. The motive was an alleged 2021 affair between Ramakrishna and Ramesh’s wife, leading to their separation. Ramesh confessed and has been detained as police investigate.

Actor Darshan, accused in the Renukaswamy murder case, is under fire after photos reveal him lounging in jail and making video calls. The images spark outrage over his apparent luxurious treatment behind bars, raising serious concerns about jail management and preferential treatment.