Ex-MLA’s Son Found Dead Near Dharwad
Charred Body in Car Triggers Murder Probe in Karnataka
- Burnt car with charred body found in Dharwad outskirts
- Victim identified as ex-MLA’s son Raju Bolashetti
- Police suspect murder, vehicle set on fire to destroy evidence
- Weapon recovered; forensic teams begin investigation
GG News Bureau
Dharwad, 24th March: A suspected murder case has emerged in Karnataka after a charred body was discovered inside a burnt car in a deserted area near Dharwad.
The victim has been identified as Raju Bolashetti, son of former Bailhongal MLA Baburao Bolashetti. Raju, a resident of Udikeri village, had reportedly been missing since Monday.
According to family members, his phone kept ringing throughout the day but went unanswered before being switched off around 2:30 AM.
The incident came to light when local residents spotted the burnt vehicle while heading to their fields and alerted authorities. Police identified the car through its number plate, confirming it belonged to the victim, as the body inside was completely charred.
Preliminary investigations suggest that Raju Bolashetti may have been murdered elsewhere, with his body later transported in his own vehicle to the outskirts of Ramapur. The car was then allegedly set ablaze to destroy evidence.
Police have recovered a weapon from the spot, which is currently being examined as part of the investigation. Forensic experts and fingerprint teams have also inspected the scene to gather crucial evidence.
A case has been registered, and a manhunt has been launched to identify and apprehend those involved. The motive behind the crime remains unclear, with investigators probing multiple angles.
