CI Suspended Over Role in Honour Killing Case in Palnadu
Police officer accused of taking money and forcibly handing over woman to parents, leading to her death
Palnadu: In a significant development, a Circle Inspector (CI) in Palnadu district has been suspended over his alleged involvement in an honour killing case in Macherla town.
The officer, identified as Venkataramana, is accused of accepting money from the parents of a woman named Chowdeswari and forcibly handing her over to them despite her having entered into a love marriage. Authorities allege that this act directly contributed to her subsequent death.
Following an inquiry, officials found that Venkataramana played a role in the honour killing along with the victim’s parents. Acting on these findings, District Superintendent of Police Krishnarao issued orders suspending the CI.
Preliminary reports indicate that the officer not only ignored legal protections for the couple but also facilitated the handover in exchange for a substantial sum of money. Further investigation into the case is underway.