SAD|| Indian man k!lls his pregnant wife, cuts up her body and dumps parts into river
Published on August 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM by Edgar Naitha
A 27-year-old man, Samala Mahender Reddy, allegedly murdered his five-months pregnant wife, Swathi, on August 23, 2025, in Boduppal, Telangana.
The couple, who had an inter-caste love marriage in January 2024, reportedly faced ongoing marital issues, including allegations of dowry harassment.
Swathi had filed a formal complaint in April 2024, which led to a police case under Section 498A of the IPC and the Dowry Prohibition Act.
Police investigations revealed the murder was premeditated, with Mahender purchasing a hacksaw in advance and hiding it in their home.
On the day of the incident, he allegedly strangled Swathi, dismembered her body, and disposed of the remains in the Musi River over several hours.
After the crime, Mahender attempted to mislead family and authorities by sending a text from Swathi’s phone and later reporting her missing.
His inconsistent statements led to police interrogation, during which he confessed to the crime; only Swathi’s torso was recovered due to river conditions.
Officials noted ongoing domestic disputes and controlling behavior as contributing factors and are continuing their investigation to understand the full context of the case.
