Meerut, Uttar Pradesh – A chilling crime has gripped the city of Meerut, as police have uncovered the body of a Merchant Navy officer, Saurabh Rajput, whose remains were found sealed inside a drum filled with cement. The investigation has led to the arrest of his wife, Muskan Rastogi, and her lover, Sahil, who have confessed to the heinous act.
The disturbing discovery has sent shockwaves through the local community, revealing a tale of betrayal and calculated violence. According to police reports, Saurabh Rajput, 29, had been reported missing since March 4th. The investigation, led by Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Ayush Vikram Singh, quickly focused on the victim’s wife and her alleged lover.
Details of the Crime
The investigation revealed that Saurabh Rajput was brutally murdered on March 4th. The accused, Muskan and Sahil, confessed during interrogation that they stabbed him to death. Following the murder, they dismembered his body and placed the remains inside a large drum, which they then filled with cement in an attempt to conceal the crime.
The discovery of the cement-filled drum was made after police received information regarding Saurabh’s disappearance and began to investigate. Suspicion quickly fell upon Muskan and Sahil, leading to their detention and subsequent confession.
Investigation and Confession
ASP Ayush Vikram Singh provided details of the investigation, stating, “An investigation was launched upon receiving information about the matter. On the basis of suspicion, we detained Rajput’s wife Muskan and her lover, Sahil. During interrogation, the two confessed to stabbing Rajput to death on March 4th. They then chopped up his body, placed the remains in a drum, and sealed it with cement.”
The police have recovered the body, which has been sent for post-mortem examination. A formal case has been registered based on a complaint lodged by Saurabh Rajput’s family.
A Troubled Relationship
Further investigations have revealed details about the couple’s relationship. Police reports state that Saurabh and Muskan had a love marriage in 2016. However, their families were reportedly unhappy with the union, which led the couple to live separately in a rented house in Indiranagar Phase 1, along with their three-year-old daughter.
Adding to the disturbing details, Saurabh’s family alleges that Muskan attempted to mislead them by sending messages from Saurabh’s phone after his murder. Furthermore, it is alleged that Muskan and Sahil then went on a vacation to a hill station after commiting the crime.
Community Reaction
The incident has left the residents of Meerut in a state of shock and disbelief. Neighbors and acquaintances of the couple have expressed their horror at the gruesome nature of the crime. The local community is now calling for swift and decisive justice.
Ongoing Investigation
The police have stated that the investigation is ongoing and that they are gathering further evidence to build a strong case against the accused. The focus now is on establishing the full sequence of events leading up to the murder and determining the precise motives behind the crime.
This tragic incident has highlighted the dark side of domestic disputes and the devastating consequences of betrayal. As the investigation progresses, the community awaits further developments and hopes for justice to be served.
