Nagpur Court Approves Transit Remand for Shraddha Dubey in Murder Case
The Nagpur Court has allowed the Uttar Pradesh Police to take custody of Shraddha Dubey and two others linked to the murder of Shiva Sharma.
Shraddha Dubey, her sister, and a driver were arrested on October 20.
The murder case was registered on October 9 after a complaint by the victim's mother.
Dubey evaded capture by using disguises and staying in low-profile accommodations.
In a significant development, the Nagpur Court has granted transit remand to the Uttar Pradesh Police for Shraddha Dubey and two other suspects involved in the murder of Shiva Sharma. The police have since transported all three individuals to Lucknow for further investigation.
The arrests occurred on October 20, following a coordinated operation by the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (UPSTF) and local police. Shraddha Dubey, her sister Rashmi, and their driver Danish had been evading law enforcement and were each subject to a reward of Rs 50,000 for information leading to their capture. Their apprehension came after extensive searches at various locations.
The murder case was initiated at the Hazratganj police station on October 9, based on a formal complaint filed by Ranjana Sharma, the victim's mother. Initially, the Lucknow Police offered a reward of Rs 25,000 for tips leading to the suspects, which was later increased to Rs 50,000. Specialized teams, including surveillance and the Special Operations Group (SOG), were mobilized to locate the fugitives.
On Vijayadashami, Ranjana Sharma expressed her gratitude towards law enforcement and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, referring to the arrests as a pivotal step towards justice for her son. She emphasized the importance of the day and her belief that justice will ultimately prevail, despite ongoing harassment related to the case.
Amitabh Yash, Additional Director General of Police for Uttar Pradesh, detailed how Shraddha Dubey managed to evade capture by frequently wearing a burqa, minimizing her communication, and opting for low-cost hotels with limited surveillance. He noted that she had even traveled to Nepal, potentially to mislead investigators. The police are now set to interrogate her in Lucknow as the investigation progresses.
