In a disturbing case that has sent shockwaves across Karnataka and the policing fraternity nationwide, former Director General of Police (DGP) Om Prakash was brutally murdered at his residence in Bengaluru’s upscale HSR Layout, allegedly by his own wife. The 68-year-old retired IPS officer, known for his distinguished service in the Karnataka Police and hailing from Champaran, Bihar, was found lying in a pool of blood on the ground floor of his three-storey home on Sunday.
As the investigation unfolds, police sources reveal that the crime may have stemmed from a prolonged domestic discord, complicated by mental health issues and a reported property dispute. According to initial findings, a heated argument between the couple turned violent when Pallavi, Om Prakash’s wife, allegedly flung chili powder into his eyes during the confrontation. Blinded and in pain, the former police chief reportedly tried to shield himself but was overpowered and fatally stabbed multiple times with a kitchen knife.
What makes the crime even more chilling is what followed. After allegedly committing the murder, Pallavi is said to have made a video call to a close friend, stating, “I have killed the monster,” according to police sources familiar with the investigation. Her words have since become central to the probe as investigators try to piece together what led to this fatal escalation of domestic tensions.
The Bengaluru Police, now treating this as a high-profile homicide, detained Pallavi shortly after the incident. Their daughter Kriti was also taken into custody as part of the ongoing investigation. While she is not believed to have taken part in the murder, authorities are probing whether she had prior knowledge or any indirect involvement in the case.
Emerging details suggest that marital tensions had been building up over several years, exacerbated by disagreements over a property in Dandeli, Karnataka. The couple’s disputes had grown increasingly public in recent times. In one striking instance a few months ago, Pallavi had visited the HSR Layout police station to file a complaint against her husband. When she allegedly received no response, she staged a dramatic dharna—an act of protest—outside the police station, bringing their troubled relationship into the public eye.
Adding another complex layer to the case, police sources have confirmed that Pallavi had been under treatment for schizophrenia, a mental health condition that can cause severe disruptions in perception, mood, and behavior. She was reportedly on medication at the time of the incident. While her medical condition is now being closely examined as part of the legal process, investigators are also careful not to let it overshadow the gravity of the crime or hinder the pursuit of justice.
Om Prakash, who held a Master’s degree in Geology, joined the Indian Police Service in 1981 and rose through the ranks to become the DGP of Karnataka on March 1, 2015. Widely regarded for his operational acumen and commitment to law enforcement, his sudden and violent death has stunned colleagues and citizens alike.
The murder of a retired police chief in such a brutal and personal fashion not only exposes deep-rooted issues of domestic violence and mental health but also raises questions about how personal disputes, even among highly respected public figures, can escalate to such tragic extremes when left unresolved.
Police continue to probe all angles, from psychological assessments to property-related motives, as they prepare to file a chargesheet in the case. Legal experts say the mental health dimension will likely play a significant role in the courtroom proceedings, although the evidence—particularly the video call and post-mortem findings—appear to be damning.
For now, a community grieves the shocking end of one of its most respected officers, while the justice system begins its long road to truth and accountability.
#DGPMurder #KarnatakaCrime #IPSOfficerKilled #BengaluruNews #DomesticViolence #CrimeStory
This is a web generated news web story.
