On January 30th, authorities in Rajasthan responded to a scene initially reported as a hit-and-run robbery, where a newly-married couple was discovered by the roadside. The couple appeared to have been robbed of their gold jewelry. However, the investigation quickly revealed a far more complex and disturbing scenario: a suspected murder conspiracy.
A Web of Deceit and a Troubled Marriage
The unfolding investigation allegedly points to an unhappy marriage and a network of lies at the center of the case. Police arrested Anjali, 23, her alleged lover Sanjay alias Sanju, 25, and two others – Rohit alias Rocky, 20, and Badal alias Siddharth, 20 – on February 3rd. They are accused of plotting the murder of 27-year-old Ashish Kumar, Anjali’s husband.
According to police statements, Anjali and Sanjay had rekindled a previous relationship and allegedly conspired to remove Ashish from the picture. The plan involved a staged robbery to conceal the true nature of the crime.
The Crime Unfolds
Ashish Kumar was found dead on a road in village 01 KLM, Rawla police station area, with his wife Anjali nearby. Anjali initially told family members that an unknown vehicle had struck them during an evening walk. However, a postmortem examination revealed Ashish had been beaten with sticks and strangled, raising immediate suspicions.
Police allege that on the night of January 30th, Anjali and Ashish went for a walk. Sanjay and two accomplices lay in wait, attacking Ashish with sticks when the couple reached a secluded area. Anjali then allegedly handed over Ashish’s mobile phone and earrings to the others before feigning unconsciousness.
SHO Balwant Singh of the Rawla police station stated, “Sustained questioning and evidence collected from the spot exposed the conspiracy.”
A Disturbing Parallel
This case bears a striking resemblance to another recent incident. In June 2025, Sonam Raghuvanshi was arrested in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly conspiring to murder her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya. Police allege she hired contract killers, including her lover, Raj Singh Kushwaha.
Frequently Asked Questions
What initially led police to suspect foul play?
The postmortem examination revealed that Ashish Kumar had been beaten with sticks and strangled, contradicting Anjali’s initial claim that he was hit by a vehicle.
Where did the alleged conspiracy take place?
The conspiracy allegedly began when Anjali reconnected with Sanjay after returning to her parents’ home following a brief period of unhappiness in her marriage.
What role did the other two accused play in the alleged crime?
Rohit alias Rocky and Badal alias Siddharth allegedly assisted Sanjay in carrying out the attack on Ashish Kumar and were involved in the attempt to stage the scene as a robbery.
As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what further evidence will emerge and how the courts will ultimately address this complex case. Will the full extent of the alleged conspiracy be revealed, and what consequences will those involved face?