Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and his accomplices have been remanded to judicial custody in the Renukaswamy murder case. The actor was arrested in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy, a fan who allegedly sent obscene messages to Darshan’s friend. The investigation continues, with police exploring social media data and seizing evidence from the accused.
Darshan Thoogudeepa, a Kannada actor known as “Challenging Star,” and 12 associates remain in police custody until June 20 in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy, a fan who allegedly made offensive comments about the actor’s wife on social media. The post-mortem report revealed that Renukaswamy was tortured with electric shocks before his death, with police seizing evidence including the device used for torture. Further investigation revealed that Renukaswamy was abducted and taken to a warehouse where he was tortured and ultimately killed.
Kannada actor Kiccha Sudeep has spoken out about the murder of Renukaswamy, allegedly killed by Darshan Thoogudeepa and his associates. Sudeep demanded justice for the victim, his family, and his unborn child, while emphasizing the need for the Kannada film industry to be cleared of any blame in the incident. He called for the perpetrator to be brought to justice, acknowledging the negative light the case has cast on the industry.
A recent autopsy report has revealed that Renuka Swamy, the victim allegedly tortured and killed by popular Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, died from shock and hemorrhage. Swamy’s body was found with 15 wounds, and the autopsy indicated that his head rammed a mini truck in a shed in Bengaluru, where he was brought from Chitradurga. The police have seized the vehicle and recovered wooden logs, a leather belt, and a rope used to torture Swamy. Thoogudeepa has been arrested along with 12 of his close associates for the murder, and the investigation is ongoing.
Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa was detained on Tuesday by the Bangalore police from Mysore in connection with the murder case of Renukaswamy. The investigation began after Renukaswamy’s body was discovered near Sumannahalli Bridge in Bengaluru. Initial police inquiries suggest that Renukaswamy had made derogatory social media posts about actress Pavitra Gowda. So far, ten people have been apprehended in connection with the case. A press conference is planned by the police to provide additional details about the investigation.
