A woman in Anjanapura, Bengaluru, has been taken into custody after allegedly murdering her boyfriend by setting him on fire. The accused, identified as 27-year-old Prerana, reportedly lured her partner to her home under the guise of a romantic gesture before carrying out the attack.
A Calculated Deception
Prerana and the victim, 27-year-old Kiran, were colleagues at a telecom store and had been in a relationship for over a year. According to investigators, the couple had recently been experiencing disputes.
Prerana allegedly believed that Kiran was ignoring her and was unwilling to commit to marriage. To execute the crime, she invited him to her residence at a time when no one else was home.
Once inside, she convinced Kiran that she was performing a “foreign-style marriage proposal,” a trend she claimed was popular abroad. Trusting this narrative, Kiran allowed her to blindfold him and tie him securely to a chair.
The Crime and Arrest
After securing the victim, Prerana poured petrol over his body and set him ablaze. Police reports indicate that she remained present, watching the recordings on her phone until Kiran passed away.
A police team led by DCP D.L. Nagesh subsequently took Prerana into custody. During interrogation, the woman confessed to the crime, stating that her actions were driven by resentment over Kiran’s perceived indifference toward her.
Potential Legal Outcomes
Given the admission of guilt and the evidence reportedly captured on the mobile device, the investigation may now focus on the recovery of the recording. The legal proceedings could lead to severe charges based on the premeditated nature of the act.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the motive behind the murder?
The accused, Prerana, admitted that she killed Kiran because of the anger and resentment she felt over him ignoring her and his unwillingness to marry her.
How did the accused trick the victim?
Prerana convinced Kiran that she was conducting a “foreign-style marriage proposal,” which she used as a ruse to blindfold him and tie him to a chair.
Who led the police operation to apprehend the suspect?
The police team that took Prerana into custody was led by DCP D.L. Nagesh.
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