Son and daughter-in-lawheld for woman’s murder

In a shocking development, the Gunadala police have arrested a son and his wife for the murder of a 62-year-old woman, Mudu Lakshmi, on December 26. The accused, identified as Mudu Sambasiva Rao (43) and his wife Vani (35), allegedly suffocated Lakshmi with a pillow while she was asleep and stole 49 grams of gold ornaments valued at Rs 4 lakh.
The case was solved within two days under the supervision of Central Zone ACP Damodar. Addressing the media at the Gunadala Police Station, ACP Damodar stated that Sambasiva Rao, Lakshmi’s elder son and a resident of Atmakuru in Mangalagiri, had demanded gold ornaments or a share of the family assets to clear debts incurred due to a severe illness. Lakshmi’s refusal led to an argument, which escalated into the premeditated murder.
On the night of the crime, Sambasiva Rao and Vani carried out their plan while Lakshmi was asleep. After confirming her death, they fled to Atmakuru and later rushed to Madhuranagar upon learning new information from their family. The incident came to light when Lakshmi’s younger son complained, raising suspicions about her death.
Gunadala Inspector Vasireddy Srinivas and Sub-Inspector Rakhibh, who led the investigation, detained Sambasiva Rao and Vani for questioning. During interrogation, the duo confessed to the crime. ACP Damodar commended Inspector Srinivas and SI Rakhibh for their swift and effective investigation in solving the case.