Hydreabad: In a chilling incident that has shocked Hyderabad, a man allegedly murdered his five-month pregnant wife, dismembered her body, and dumped the parts in the Musi River near Pratap Singaram.
Gruesome discovery
The accused, identified as Mahender Reddy, reportedly killed his wife Swathi (22) at their rented house in Balaji Hills, Boduppal, before chopping her body into pieces. He packed the remains in plastic covers and discarded them at different locations, including a marshy pit and the river.
So far, only the torso has been recovered by police. A search operation is ongoing to trace the head, hands, and legs.
Couple had a love marriage
According to police, Reddy, who worked as a Rapido driver, had married Swathi after a love affair, and the couple had moved into a rented house in Boduppal about 25 days ago. Neighbours reported hearing noises from the house, which prompted them to alert the authorities.
Upon investigation, police found the torso and launched a manhunt to recover the other body parts.
Police investigation and motive
Preliminary investigations suggest domestic disputes may have led to the crime, though the exact motive is yet to be determined. Police said Reddy confessed to the killing during interrogation and provided clues about where he discarded the body parts.
Forensic teams are analysing evidence, while divers and search teams continue combing the Musi River and surrounding areas.
Public in shock
Residents of Balaji Hills and nearby areas expressed horror over the brutal nature of the crime. Local officials stated that stringent legal action would be taken against the accused to ensure justice for Swathi.
Conclusion
The incident has raised fresh concerns about domestic violence and extreme crimes within households. Authorities have assured a swift and thorough investigation.