In a shocking crime that occurred during the night of September 3 and 4, Bengaluru witnessed the horrific murder of Mahalakshmi. The accused, Mukti Ranjan Roy, killed Mahalakshmi and gruesomely dismembered her body into more than 50 pieces. What led to this disturbing act, and what was going through his mind that night? The police investigation has now revealed chilling details of what happened on the night of the murder, including the role Mahalakshmi’s mobile phone played in the tragic sequence of events.
Mukti Ranjan Roy: Obsessed and Possessive
Mahalakshmi had many friends, but Mukti Ranjan Roy, a colleague, was deeply infatuated with her. He was possessive and wanted to marry her, completely committed to the relationship. The tragic twist in this love story began when Mukti stumbled upon pictures on Mahalakshmi’s phone—photos with other people, which shattered his world.
The Beginning of the Rift
Seeing those pictures made Mukti furious. He confronted Mahalakshmi, and from that moment, their relationship began to crumble. Mukti wanted to marry her and was trying to convince her, but Mahalakshmi repeatedly rejected him. On the night of September 3, the fight escalated for the same reason—Mukti was at her house, begging her to marry him, but she refused.
Strained Relationship and Mahalakshmi’s Past
Mahalakshmi was already married, and her husband had even filed a police complaint against her, accusing her of having an affair with another man named Ashraf. Mukti, who had come into her life after this, was aware of these relationships. Her refusal to marry him led him to believe she was rejecting him because of her involvement with multiple people. Despite spending a considerable portion of his salary on her and giving her expensive gifts, Mukti could no longer tolerate her behavior. Investigations revealed these details through Mukti’s younger brother, Smriti Ranjan Roy, who also mentioned that Mahalakshmi had a volatile temper.
A Night of Rage
On the fateful night of the murder, a heated argument erupted between the two over her other relationships, marriage, and financial issues. The confrontation turned violent when Mahalakshmi attacked Mukti, but being physically stronger, Mukti retaliated and overpowered her. In a fit of rage, he strangled Mahalakshmi to death.
A Grisly Aftermath
What happened next was even more horrifying. After killing her, Mukti spent the entire night in the apartment with her body, contemplating how to dispose of it. He eventually left the house the next morning at 11 AM to buy a large knife, a moment captured on CCTV cameras. Mukti’s actions were inspired by the infamous Shraddha Walker case, in which the victim’s body was also dismembered. Mukti watched videos of that case and decided to follow the same method.
Failed Plan to Dispose of the Body
Mukti planned to pack Mahalakshmi’s dismembered body parts into a suitcase and dispose of them, but he couldn’t muster the courage to complete the plan. Instead, he stuffed the body parts into the refrigerator and fled the scene. Before escaping, he turned off his phone and went into hiding.
Confession to His Brother
Mukti’s younger brother, Smriti, who lived near Electronic City in Bengaluru, had been trying to reach him, but Mukti’s phone was off. When Mukti finally turned it back on, his brother called him and asked why he had been unreachable. It was during this conversation that Mukti confessed to murdering Mahalakshmi. He advised his brother to vacate his room immediately, saying he would explain everything later.
The Hunt for Mukti and His Suicide
The police launched a manhunt for Mukti, initially tracing his location to West Bengal. He had mentioned to his brother that he planned to flee to Odisha and had even asked for money to help him escape. However, before the police could apprehend him, Mukti Ranjan Roy took his own life.
Troubled Relationship and Past Disputes
Mahalakshmi and Mukti had been in a relationship for about six months, but their arguments had become more frequent in recent days. Neighbors had even witnessed violent confrontations between them in Mahalakshmi’s rented apartment. On a few occasions, their fights escalated to the point where the police were involved, though the couple managed to resolve their differences privately.
A Chilling Suicide Note
Mukti’s suicide note provided further insight into their tumultuous relationship. He wrote about their frequent quarrels and even mentioned bribing the police to avoid being arrested after one of their disputes. While both Mahalakshmi and Mukti are now dead, the horrifying details of this murder continue to emerge, leaving a community haunted by the tragedy.
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