Ex-Karnataka DGP Murder Case: 'Stabbed Multiple Times, Wife Threw Chilli Powder' After Heated Argument - Shocking Details

Bengaluru: In a shocking incident, former Director General of Police (DGP) Om Prakash was found murdered at his home in HSR Layout on Sunday, April 20. The 68-year-old retired IPS officer was discovered with multiple stab wounds to his abdomen and chest. His wife Pallavi has been detained as the prime suspect in the case.

The murder reportedly took place on the ground floor of their three-storey residence, while other family members, including their daughter Kriti, were present in the house at the time. The police were alerted after a call was made by a friend of the accused to her husband, also a retired officer, who then informed authorities.

Chilli Powder, Knives and a Bottle: Gruesome Details Emerge

According to reports, a violent altercation broke out between the couple around 3:30 PM on Sunday. “It is alleged that last evening, the couple fought over the issue, and she allegedly overpowered him and stabbed him multiple times,” sources told NDTV. Police investigation also revealed that Pallavi allegedly threw chilli powder at Om Prakash, tied him up, and then attacked him using two knives and a glass bottle.

The police questioned Pallavi and Kriti for over 12 hours to determine their roles in the gruesome murder. While the daughter was reportedly on another floor during the attack, police are probing whether she was involved. A third family member has also been detained for questioning.

Investigation Reveals A Property Angle Dispute

The victim’s son has filed a complaint, stating that his father had been receiving death threats for the past week. He further revealed that the family had been embroiled in ongoing property and marital disputes. The son also mentioned about Pallavi and Kriti’s struggles with depression.

“Around 4:00 PM, we got information about the death of our former DGP and IGP Om Prakash,” Bengaluru Additional Commissioner of Police Vikas Kumar told ANI.

“Initial investigation suggests that things might be internal... It seems that some sharp weapon has been used, which caused so much blood loss that it led to death," he added.

A case has been registered and the investigation is currently ongoing.

Published on: Monday, April 21, 2025, 11:59 AM IST