Bengaluru Businessman Arrested After Employee Is Beaten to Death

A 45-year-old businessman has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly beating his 22-year-old employee to death after finding him with his daughter at his home. The incident took place in the Yelahanka area on Tuesday. The victim, identified as Kiran, was from the Palakkad district of Kerala. He had been working at the businessman’s manufacturing unit for the past few years. Police reportedly said the accused, Anandraj, runs a business that makes sweet corn preparation machines and carts in north Bengaluru.

What Happened at the Businessman's House?

According to the police, Anandraj had recently learned about the alleged relationship between Kiran and his 19-year-old daughter. The girl was studying in a neighbouring city and had returned home for the holidays. On Tuesday morning, Anandraj and his wife left their house and told their daughter that they would be away for the day. However, the couple returned a few hours later and allegedly found Kiran inside a room with their daughter. Police reportedly said he then attacked Kiran at the house. Kiran suffered several injuries and lost consciousness. He was later taken to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. Hospital authorities informed the police about the incident, following which officers reached the spot and started an investigation. 

Police Suspect the Murder Was Planned

Police have reportedly arrested Anandraj in connection with the case. Deputy Commissioner of Police G K Mithun Kumar said the initial investigation suggested that the killing was intentional. Police are also checking whether any other person was present at the house during the incident. Investigators are collecting details and evidence to understand exactly what happened before and during the alleged attack.

Meanwhile, Kiran's cousin, Prasad, has alleged that the murder was planned in advance. He reportedly claimed that Anandraj had sent Kiran's brother to Uttar Pradesh earlier in the week on a delivery assignment. According to the cousin, this was done so that Kiran would be alone and nobody would be present to stop the attack. However, this claim is part of the family's allegation and is being examined as part of the investigation.

The Yelahanka police have reportedly registered a murder case against Anandraj. The accused is in police custody following his arrest. Police are continuing their investigation to establish the full sequence of events and check the claims made by the victim's family. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.