Arrest follows discovery of staged scene and blood traces, police say
Chikkabanavara, Bengaluru — Bengaluru police on Tuesday arrested a woman, identified as Harini, in connection with the deaths of her husband, Abhinandan, and the couple’s child, Yaduveer. Investigators said the pair initially attempted to stage the scene to conceal the killings and to mislead the probe into appearing like a suicide or a different sequence of events.
According to the police, the incident was first reported last Sunday. During the preliminary inquiry, officers detected inconsistencies at the crime scene and discovered blood stains that did not fit the explanation suggested by those present. That prompted further forensic scrutiny and questioning, which, police said, led to the arrest.
- Victims: Abhinandan (husband) and child Yaduveer.
- Accused arrested: Harini (wife); a second suspect, named Vinay, was arrested after being traced following an initial escape.
- Crime scene findings that alarmed investigators: apparent staging of bodies, blood-stained clothing that had been washed and left out to dry, and CCTV cameras reportedly switched off before the incident.
Police allege that Harini and Vinay killed Abhinandan, and that the child, who reportedly witnessed the act, was strangled subsequently to prevent him from disclosing the crime. Investigators said the accused later placed Abhinandan’s body over the child’s body in a bid to create the impression that the husband had killed the child before dying by suicide or being killed himself.
Police said Harini had been interrogated for nearly six hours and eventually confessed to killing her husband and son, while Vinay was arrested after a hunt by law enforcement.
Police probe and contextual details
N. Nagesh, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), noted that enquiries revealed the couple had been having marital disputes and frequently fought. The records of the investigation, as reported by the police, indicate that Harini had left the home for some time prior to the incident and later returned to resume marital cohabitation.
Investigators also uncovered an alleged relationship between Harini and Vinay during the probe. Police said Harini had called Vinay to her residence at around 11 pm the night before the murders. After the deaths, Vinay fled the scene but was located and arrested subsequently.
Forensic teams were engaged to examine blood traces and the scene to establish the sequence of events. Officers emphasised the role of physical evidence — such as blood-stained clothing and CCTV footage (or the deliberate disabling of cameras) — in reconstructing what happened.
| Event | Reported detail |
|---|---|
| Initial report | Incident recorded on Sunday; bodies discovered at family residence in Chikkabanavara |
| Suspicious findings | Blood stains, washed clothing left to dry, CCTV switched off |
| Arrests | Harini arrested after interrogation; Vinay traced and arrested after fleeing |
Local implications and next steps
The double homicide has unsettled the neighbourhood in north-west Bengaluru, where Chikkabanavara is located on the city’s periphery. Cases involving family violence and apparent staging of crime scenes place a premium on forensic processes and prompt investigative follow-up; police said they are continuing to gather evidence and complete medico-legal formalities.
Officials did not provide further details on charges or the timing of production before the magistrate. The investigation will determine the precise motives and sequence of events, and whether additional charges or arrests are warranted as forensic reports and witness statements are analysed.
Residents seeking reassurance have urged sustained patrolling and quicker response in the area. Police said they will share updates as the probe progresses and are working to ensure that forensic and legal procedures are completed to support prosecution.
