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.
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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.