Bhadrak, Sept 26: Mukti Ranjan Ray, the suspected killer who chopped 26-year-old Mahalaxmi, into 59 pieces and stuffed her body parts into a fridge, committed suicide in his native village in Bhrdrak district of Odisha on Wednesday.
Before taking the extreme step, Mukti Ranjan Ray had narrated before his mother that Mahalaxmi was extorting money from him. Besides, she had taken his gold ornaments and was cheating on him. Fed up with the girls’ conduct, he killed her.
The suspected killer had arrived at the Pandi village on Wednesday and stayed at home. He had left his home on a two wheeler. Later, his body was found hanging from a tree under Dhusuri Police limits in Bhadrak district and the police found a suicide note in which Ray has confessed to the crime.
This note led Bengaluru police to confirm that he was indeed the main suspect in the case.
Mahalakshmi, a 29-year-old saleswoman, had been missing since September 1, and her horrific fate was uncovered on September 21 when her family found her remains in her apartment. Ray, her colleague, reportedly had grievances over her relationship with another man.
The investigation is still ongoing to confirm all aspects, including toxicology reports to determine if Mahalakshmi was poisoned before her death, and forensic examinations of evidence from the scene.
This case has captured widespread attention due to its brutal nature and the tragic loss of two lives.
