NEW DELHI: Bengaluru authorities have arrested Pallavi, wife of former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash, following a complaint by their son Kartikesh, who alleged her and his sister's involvement in the murder. At the crime scene, Pallavi informed reporters that "domestic violence" led to the extreme action.
"Investigation Officer has arrested Pallavi Om Prakash (64). She will be produced before the magistrate," stated an officer on Monday.
Prakash, a 1981 batch IPS officer from Bihar, was discovered dead at his HSR Layout residence in Bengaluru on Sunday. The case has been transferred to the Central Crime Branch of Bengaluru for detailed investigation.
According to PTI, following an argument, Pallavi allegedly used chilli powder on Prakash's face before fatally stabbing him. Whilst the former police chief struggled with the burning sensation, Pallavi attacked him with a knife and bottle, resulting in his immediate death.
She subsequently video-called a friend stating, "I have killed the monster," as per sources.
Kartikesh's complaint stated that his mother had been issuing death threats to his father for a week. "These threats forced my father to seek refuge at his sister's residence," he stated. "My sister Kriti visited and persuaded father to return home against his wishes two days ago," Kartikesh reported.
He received a neighbour's call around 5 PM Sunday whilst at Karnataka Golf Association, informing about his father's condition. "Upon reaching home, I found police and others present. Father was lying bloodied with head and body injuries. A broken bottle and knife were nearby. He was transported to St John's Hospital," he detailed.
"Mother Pallavi and sister Kriti frequently argued with father. I strongly believe they're responsible for his murder. Please take legal action," his police complaint stated.
The murder allegedly resulted from frequent domestic disputes. A property dispute regarding land in Dandeli, Karnataka, was reportedly involved.
Previously, Pallavi had attempted to file a complaint at HSR Layout police station. When unsuccessful, she conducted a 'dharna' outside the station, according to sources.
Reports suggest Pallavi had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and was receiving treatment.
The former police chief received full state honours at his cremation in Bengaluru on Monday following post-mortem.
Kartikesh conducted the final rites, with relatives and colleagues attending. A gun salute preceded the cremation at Wilson Garden Cremation Ground.
The 68-year-old retired officer, originally from Champaran, Bihar, held a Master's in Geology. Prakash assumed the DGP position on March 1, 2015.
"Investigation Officer has arrested Pallavi Om Prakash (64). She will be produced before the magistrate," stated an officer on Monday.
Prakash, a 1981 batch IPS officer from Bihar, was discovered dead at his HSR Layout residence in Bengaluru on Sunday. The case has been transferred to the Central Crime Branch of Bengaluru for detailed investigation.
According to PTI, following an argument, Pallavi allegedly used chilli powder on Prakash's face before fatally stabbing him. Whilst the former police chief struggled with the burning sensation, Pallavi attacked him with a knife and bottle, resulting in his immediate death.
She subsequently video-called a friend stating, "I have killed the monster," as per sources.
Kartikesh's complaint stated that his mother had been issuing death threats to his father for a week. "These threats forced my father to seek refuge at his sister's residence," he stated. "My sister Kriti visited and persuaded father to return home against his wishes two days ago," Kartikesh reported.
He received a neighbour's call around 5 PM Sunday whilst at Karnataka Golf Association, informing about his father's condition. "Upon reaching home, I found police and others present. Father was lying bloodied with head and body injuries. A broken bottle and knife were nearby. He was transported to St John's Hospital," he detailed.
"Mother Pallavi and sister Kriti frequently argued with father. I strongly believe they're responsible for his murder. Please take legal action," his police complaint stated.
The murder allegedly resulted from frequent domestic disputes. A property dispute regarding land in Dandeli, Karnataka, was reportedly involved.
Previously, Pallavi had attempted to file a complaint at HSR Layout police station. When unsuccessful, she conducted a 'dharna' outside the station, according to sources.
Reports suggest Pallavi had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and was receiving treatment.
The former police chief received full state honours at his cremation in Bengaluru on Monday following post-mortem.
Kartikesh conducted the final rites, with relatives and colleagues attending. A gun salute preceded the cremation at Wilson Garden Cremation Ground.
The 68-year-old retired officer, originally from Champaran, Bihar, held a Master's in Geology. Prakash assumed the DGP position on March 1, 2015.
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