The wife of a former IPS officer was found dead at her residence in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. Preliminary investigations suggest a possible robbery as the motive, though police are exploring all angles.
The deceased, identified as Vasantha Lakshmi, 68, was discovered by her domestic help on February 29, 2024. Her husband, K.V. Ramana Murthy, a retired Inspector General of Police, was away in Visakhapatnam at the time of the incident.
Police found signs of the house being ransacked, with jewelry reportedly missing. The body was found in a disarrayed state, indicating a possible struggle. However, authorities have stated that the exact cause of death is yet to be determined and is pending a post-mortem examination.
A case has been registered at Jubilee Hills police station. Clues are being gathered from the scene, and forensic teams have conducted a detailed examination. Police are questioning family members, domestic staff, and neighbors to piece together the events leading up to the death.
Initial reports suggest that the stolen items included gold ornaments. The police are analyzing CCTV footage from the surrounding area to identify potential suspects. They are also investigating whether the robbery was pre-planned or a crime of opportunity.
The incident has caused shock in the local community and among former police colleagues of Mr. Ramana Murthy. Police are treating the case with utmost seriousness and are committed to a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice and ascertain the true circumstances surrounding Vasantha Lakshmi’s death. Further investigation is underway to confirm the value of stolen jewelry and to establish a clear timeline of events.
