Former DGP Om Prakash Murdered in Bengaluru Home; Wife Accused of Assaulting Him with Chili Powder, Binding Him, and Stabbing Him; Police Investigation Reveals Shocking Details.
DGP Om Prakash Murder Case: The murder case of Om Prakash, former head of the Karnataka Police and a retired 1981-batch IPS officer, has revealed shocking details. He was found dead in his Bengaluru home on April 20th, and his wife is now considered the prime suspect.
Domestic Dispute Leads to Homicide
Sources suggest a heated argument over property preceded the incident. During the altercation, his wife allegedly threw chili powder on him, tied him up with ropes, and then repeatedly stabbed him. Reports indicate multiple stab wounds to his abdomen and chest. He was also allegedly assaulted with a glass bottle.
Confession Following the Murder
Immediately after the murder, Om Prakash's wife called the wife of a police officer, confessing to killing her husband. Following this shocking confession, the police arrived at the scene and took both the accused wife and her daughter into custody. Both underwent intense questioning for approximately 12 hours.
Daughter's Role Under Investigation
According to NDTV reports, a property dispute is believed to be the motive. Om Prakash had allegedly transferred his property to a relative, exacerbating the conflict. Police are also investigating the daughter's possible involvement. A murder case has been registered based on a complaint filed by Om Prakash's son, and the investigation is ongoing.
Who Was Om Prakash?
Om Prakash was a 1981-batch IPS officer of the Karnataka cadre. During his career, he commanded crucial departments including fire services, emergency services, and home guards. He was appointed the state's Director General of Police (DGP) in March 2015.
