The chilling details of the Meerpet murder case have left the community in shock as the investigation into the brutal killing of Putta Venkata Madhavi by her husband, Putta Gurumurthy, unfolds. The Rachakonda police, led by Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu, arrested Gurumurthy on Tuesday after meticulous forensic analysis and the uncovering of compelling evidence.
Timeline of Events
- January 15, 2025
- CCTV footage revealed Gurumurthy and Madhavi returning home at 10:41 PM from a relative’s place.
- This was the last sighting of Madhavi alive.
- January 16, 2025
- At around 8 AM, an argument broke out between the couple.
- Gurumurthy, in a fit of rage, fatally assaulted Madhavi, smashing her head against a wall.
- Realizing the gravity of his actions, he devised a macabre plan to cover up the crime.
- Body Disposal Plan
- 10 AM to 6 PM: Gurumurthy dismembered Madhavi’s body and used a water heater to boil the remains.
- The boiled parts were further burnt on a stove, and bones were ground into powder to erase all traces.
- He disposed of the remains in toilets and trash bins, meticulously cleaning the scene with phenyl and other household items.
- Post-Crime Actions
- Gurumurthy brought his children back home after cleaning the crime scene. When questioned about Madhavi’s absence, he claimed she had gone elsewhere.
- On the same day, he and his mother-in-law filed a missing person’s report, attempting to mislead authorities.
Breakthrough in the Investigation
- January 18, 2025: The investigation initially began as a missing person’s case after Madhavi’s mother filed a complaint.
- CCTV footage revealed Madhavi had not left the house after January 15, raising suspicions about Gurumurthy’s account.
- Upon interrogation, Gurumurthy confessed to the crime, detailing his gruesome methods inspired by web series.
Key Evidence Collected
The police seized several items used in the crime:
- Stove, water heater, knife, roller, and phenyl bottles.
- Bloodstains, a small piece of flesh, and hair strands found during the forensic examination.
- DNA tests confirmed the remains belonged to Venkata Madhavi.
Legal Proceedings
The case, initially registered as a missing person’s report, was altered to a murder investigation under Sections 103(1), 238, and 85 of the BNS Act. Gurumurthy has shown no remorse and is now in custody awaiting judicial remand.
Police Statement and Public Reaction
Rachakonda Police Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu stated, “The method used by the accused Gurumurthy in this sensational case is shocking and unprecedented. The meticulous planning, inspired by online content, demonstrates a dangerous criminal mindset.”
The community has expressed disbelief and outrage at the horrifying details. This case serves as a grim reminder of the need for vigilance and the crucial role of forensic science in ensuring justice.
