Nainital Police have arrested 3 people in connection with the death of 56-year-old Vimla Devi in Kishanpur Chhoi village, Ramnagar. Her body was found outside her house on November 10.
The arrested people are Mohit Fartyal, 32, Sairan, 21, and Mohammad Abuzar, 22. Police said all 3 are residents of Ramnagar. Fartyal, identified as the main accused, is a serving Indian Army personnel.
Police allegation about the motive
According to SSP Dr Manjunath TC, police suspect that the incident was linked to an old family feud. Police said Fartyal’s father was murdered around 3 years ago, while Vimla Devi’s 2 sons were accused in that case.
Police allege that the 3 men assaulted Vimla Devi and took her towards Dhapla Bridge. Investigators further allege that she was drowned before her body was later dumped near her house.
Police also claim that Fartyal had planned to kill Vimla Devi’s 2 sons. This remains part of the police investigation and has not been established by a court.
Evidence recovered and next step
Investigators have recovered the vehicle allegedly used in the crime, along with an iron rod, sticks, stones and other material described as evidence. Further investigation is underway.
Conclusion
Police have arrested 3 suspects in the Ramnagar case and are investigating the alleged family-feud motive, the circumstances surrounding Vimla Devi’s death and the evidence recovered from the case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who was Vimla Devi?
Vimla Devi was a 56-year-old woman from Kishanpur Chhoi village in Ramnagar.
Q. When was her body found?
Her body was found outside her house on November 10.
Q. Who has been arrested?
Police arrested Mohit Fartyal, Sairan and Mohammad Abuzar.
Q. What is known about the alleged motive?
SSP Dr Manjunath TC said police suspect an old family feud was linked to the incident.
Q. What evidence did police recover?
Police recovered a vehicle allegedly used in the crime, an iron rod, sticks, stones and other material described as evidence.
