Ex-ISRO employee in Bengaluru kills wife, cites worry over future
Ex-ISRO employee in Bengaluru kills wife, cites worry over future
A 65-year-old retired ISRO employee allegedly strangled his wife in Bengaluru, with depression and concern for her future cited as motives; investigation ongoing.
In Bengaluru's Avalahalli area, a 65-year-old retired ISRO employee allegedly strangled his wife with a towel at their residence around 11 am. The victim, Sandya Sri, was found dead at the home, and the accused, Nageshwar Rao, has been taken into custody. Rao reportedly remained at the scene before an acquaintance alerted authorities.
Rao was reportedly undergoing treatment for depression and was distressed by the idea of his wife's future after his death, a motive cited during preliminary investigations. He allegedly intended to take his own life following the attack.
The couple's daughter, who is currently in the United States, has been informed about the tragedy. A case of murder has been registered and investigators are looking into the circumstances and possible triggers. This is a developing case, and further details are awaited as inquiries continue.
