Tragic End: Yelahanka Woman's Death Sparks Dowry Harassment Arrest

A 24-year-old woman named Shruthi, found hanging at her Yelahanka home, has died. While initially suspected as a suicide, her family alleges murder due to dowry harassment by her husband, Pawan Kalyan, who has been arrested. The police are investigating, with an autopsy pending to confirm the cause of death.

A 24-year-old woman, Shruthi, tragically died after she was discovered hanging from a ceiling fan in her Yelahanka residence, prompting an arrest in connection with a suspected dowry harassment case, police announced Monday.

The police arrested Shruthi's husband, Pawan Kalyan, accusing him of harassing her over dowry demands. This follows Shruthi being found hanging on Saturday, with her family disputing the suicide claim, alleging it was murder fuelled by domestic disputes.

As investigations proceed, the local police department is relying on an autopsy report to pinpoint the exact cause of death. Kalyan's arrest reflects a growing crackdown on dowry-related violence in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)