The National Commission for Women has taken cognisance of the incident where a woman's dismembered body parts were found stuffed in a refrigerator in Bengaluru.
The women's panel has directed the state police to expedite the arrest of those involved in the incident. It also sought a detailed report on the matter to be furnished within three days.
In a post on X, the NCW said: "NCW has come across a media post titled ‘Woman’s Body Chopped Into 30 Pieces Found Inside Fridge In Bengaluru’ involving the gruesome death of a 26-year-old woman in Vyalikaval. The Commission has directed the state police to expedite the arrest of all involved and ensure a thorough, time-bound investigation. A detailed report is expected within 3 days."
The woman was found murdered and her chopped body parts were stuffed in a refrigerator on Saturday after residents experienced a strong stench. The body was reportedly cut into 30 pieces and has been sent for forensic analysis.
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On Monday, Karnataka Home Minister G Parameswara said that the police have gathered a lot of information and clues about the case. "One individual is also been...kind of they say he is the one. Unless we collect more information we can't really say. He is from West Bengal they say...We have already taken a lot of precautions for women's safety in Bengaluru...We are very careful about it...," he added.
Earlier in the day, Bengaluru Police Commissioner B. Dayananda said that the matter is being investigated from all angles. "The prime suspect has been identified and efforts are underway to arrest him. He's an outsider. We can't give more information as of now as it may help the accused," he added.