Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Man Sentenced to Life for Wife's Murder
A man named Menda Santosh was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his wife, Saritha, in Hyderabad.
The incident happened four years ago during a quarrel.
The police investigated the case and gathered evidence, leading to Santosh's conviction.
The judge, D.B. Sheetal, handed down the life sentence.
The case was investigated by Ashok Kumar, who is now with the CCS wing in Hyderabad.
Menda Santosh was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his wife Saritha.
The incident occurred on July 15, 2022, in Jiyaguda, Hyderabad.
The victim's elder sister lodged a complaint, leading to a police investigation.
Inspector Ashok Kumar conducted the investigation and filed a charge sheet.
Judge D.B. Sheetal of II Additional Sessions Judge Court at Nampally delivered the verdict.
- Who
- Menda Santosh, Saritha
- What
- Murder of Saritha by her husband Menda Santosh
- When
- July 15, 2022
- Where
- Jiyaguda, Hyderabad
- Why
- The specific motive is not detailed in the article.
Prosecution
Defense
Guilt of the Accused
Prosecution
The prosecution presented evidence and witness testimonies proving Menda Santosh's guilt in the murder of his wife Saritha.
Defense
The defense may have argued for a lesser sentence or presented mitigating circumstances, though specific arguments are not detailed in the article.
- Defendant
- Menda Santosh
- Victim
- Saritha
- Date of Incident
- July 15, 2022
- Location
- Jiyaguda, Hyderabad
- Judge
- Judge D.B. Sheetal
- Investigating Officer
- Ashok Kumar