Rajkumar alias Raju, a resident of Savla village in Kurukshetra, Haryana, was found murdered on 18 July 2026. His wife Sushma had an extramarital affair with Mohit, who had returned from Dubai. The affair led to a plan to kill Rajkumar. Mohit intoxicated Rajkumar and strangled him with a towel, then dumped the body near the village Gurudwara. Both Mohit and Sushma were arrested on 20 July 2026 after CCTV footage and call records revealed their involvement. The family was shocked as Rajkumar had no known enmity and had two children with Sushma.
Country: India
State/Province: Haryana, India
City/Region: Kurukshetra
Incident Type: Murder
Relationship Status: Married
Relationship Duration: Approximately 3 years
Incident Date: July 18, 2026
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Approximately 3 years
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Infidelity
The case involves a marital relationship disrupted by an extramarital affair between the wife and another man. The affair escalated to plans to eliminate the husband, culminating in his murder. The pattern includes deception, secret meetings, and attempts to run away, followed by violent resolution when escape was not possible.
Police investigation used CCTV footage and call detail records to identify Mohit's involvement. Both Mohit and Sushma were arrested based on evidence and Mohit's confession. Family initially unaware of the affair and shocked by the involvement of Sushma. The case is under judicial process.
Initial confusion due to lack of known enmity and delayed discovery of the body. The involvement of Sushma was not suspected until CCTV and phone records were analyzed.
Rajkumar returned home on 18 July 2026, went out for a walk, met Mohit who invited him to drink. Mohit intoxicated Rajkumar and strangled him with a towel in a deserted field. The body was dumped near the Gurudwara. Mohit informed Sushma by phone. Family searched for Rajkumar unaware of the murder. Next day, body found and police investigation revealed affair and murder plan.
High risk due to infidelity, secretive behavior, alcohol abuse, and escalating domestic conflict leading to lethal violence.
Infidelity can escalate to lethal violence when combined with secrecy and failed escape plans. Alcohol abuse and deception were key factors. CCTV and call records are critical evidence. Family shock highlights hidden domestic issues.
Secret phone conversations, increased social media use by Sushma, Mohit's frequent visits under false pretenses, and Rajkumar's suspicion and confrontation.
CCTV footage showing Mohit with the body, call detail records of long phone conversations, and Mohit's confession.
CCTV video, call detail records, Mohit's written complaint and confession.
Villager found the body near Gurudwara and informed family. Family members reported Rajkumar missing and later protested Sushma's arrest. No other witness statements reported.
No follow-up reports available yet regarding court proceedings or verdict.
Final judicial outcome and motive details remain unclear. The psychological state of Sushma and Mohit before the incident is not fully detailed.