Bengaluru: Renukaswamy was allegedly beaten with belts, sticks and then thrown against a wall, leading to his death, shocking details of his murder have emerged as police investigated the case.
Prominent Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, his close friend Pavitra Gowda and 11 of their associates were arrested on Tuesday in connection with the murder.
Renukaswamy, a resident of the district headquarters town of Chitradurga, a fan of the 47-year-old actor, had reportedly commented on the social media account of small-time actress Gowda, accusing him of creating a rift between the actor and her. Wife. According to police sources, he also allegedly used "indecent language" and posted objectionable messages.Darshan, key accused Gowda and other accused were taken to Pattangere, where the crime was committed, for spot inspection on Wednesday.
According to police sources, 33-year-old Renukaswamy faced the wrath of Darshan for making indecent remarks against Gowda on his social media posts.
He claimed, "Pavitra was the one who instigated Darshan to punish Renukaswamy. Accordingly, the plan was made." “Darshan involved the Chitradurga unit of Darshan fan club convener Raghavendra alias Raghu, who obtained all the information about Renukaswamy.,
Renukaswamy's wife Sahana alleged that Raghavendra had picked up her husband near their house in Chitradurga on Friday night.
Sources said the victim was kidnapped and taken to a shed in Bengaluru's Kamakshipalya area.
He said, "Darshan beat Renukaswamy with a belt. When he became unconscious, his associates beat him with sticks. Additionally, they threw him against a wall, which proved fatal, as several of his bones were broken." .His body was thrown into a storm drain in Kamakshipalya area of the city.
A food delivery boy saw stray dogs eating a human body and informed the police.
While the police were investigating the case, two of the accused approached the Kamakshipalya police and "confessed" to killing Renukaswamy over a financial dispute. However, as the investigation progressed, the police came to know of Darshan and Pavitra's involvement.
Meanwhile, Home Minister G Parameshwara said the police have been given a free hand and action will be taken as per law against Darshan and his associates arrested in connection with the case.The police will investigate and decide whether Darshan is a "habitual offender", he said, adding that they will impose legal sections and take action accordingly.
In 2011, Darshan was arrested by the police for assaulting his wife and threatening her. He was later released on bail and the couple later resolved the issue and they withdrew the case against him.
Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) president N M Suresh said a decision regarding action against Darshan would be taken after discussions with the artistes' association.
He indicated that action would probably be taken only after the police files the charge sheet in the case.
Suresh was responding to members of some pro-Kannada organizations who met him and demanded that KFCC take strict action against Darshan.Darshan made his debut as a lead actor in 2002 with the film 'Majestic'.
He has acted in many commercially successful films including 'Karia', 'Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna', 'Kalasipalya', 'Gaaja', 'Navagraha', 'Sarathy', 'Bulbul', 'Yajamana', 'Robert' and 'Katera'. acted out.
Prominent Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, his close friend Pavitra Gowda and 11 of their associates were arrested on Tuesday in connection with the murder.
Renukaswamy, a resident of the district headquarters town of Chitradurga, a fan of the 47-year-old actor, had reportedly commented on the social media account of small-time actress Gowda, accusing him of creating a rift between the actor and her. Wife. According to police sources, he also allegedly used "indecent language" and posted objectionable messages.Darshan, key accused Gowda and other accused were taken to Pattangere, where the crime was committed, for spot inspection on Wednesday.
According to police sources, 33-year-old Renukaswamy faced the wrath of Darshan for making indecent remarks against Gowda on his social media posts.
He claimed, "Pavitra was the one who instigated Darshan to punish Renukaswamy. Accordingly, the plan was made." “Darshan involved the Chitradurga unit of Darshan fan club convener Raghavendra alias Raghu, who obtained all the information about Renukaswamy.,
Renukaswamy's wife Sahana alleged that Raghavendra had picked up her husband near their house in Chitradurga on Friday night.
Sources said the victim was kidnapped and taken to a shed in Bengaluru's Kamakshipalya area.
He said, "Darshan beat Renukaswamy with a belt. When he became unconscious, his associates beat him with sticks. Additionally, they threw him against a wall, which proved fatal, as several of his bones were broken." .His body was thrown into a storm drain in Kamakshipalya area of the city.
A food delivery boy saw stray dogs eating a human body and informed the police.
While the police were investigating the case, two of the accused approached the Kamakshipalya police and "confessed" to killing Renukaswamy over a financial dispute. However, as the investigation progressed, the police came to know of Darshan and Pavitra's involvement.
Meanwhile, Home Minister G Parameshwara said the police have been given a free hand and action will be taken as per law against Darshan and his associates arrested in connection with the case.The police will investigate and decide whether Darshan is a "habitual offender", he said, adding that they will impose legal sections and take action accordingly.
In 2011, Darshan was arrested by the police for assaulting his wife and threatening her. He was later released on bail and the couple later resolved the issue and they withdrew the case against him.
Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) president N M Suresh said a decision regarding action against Darshan would be taken after discussions with the artistes' association.
He indicated that action would probably be taken only after the police files the charge sheet in the case.
Suresh was responding to members of some pro-Kannada organizations who met him and demanded that KFCC take strict action against Darshan.Darshan made his debut as a lead actor in 2002 with the film 'Majestic'.
He has acted in many commercially successful films including 'Karia', 'Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna', 'Kalasipalya', 'Gaaja', 'Navagraha', 'Sarathy', 'Bulbul', 'Yajamana', 'Robert' and 'Katera'. acted out.
