Archive · 23 Jul 2025
BJP MLA Questioned Again in Realtor Murder Case
A BJP politician named Basavaraj is being questioned by the police about the murder of a real estate agent.
This is the second time he has been questioned.
The real estate agent, also known as Biklu Shivu, was killed a week ago.
Basavaraj denies having anything to do with the murder and says he is innocent.
The police are still working to find the main person they believe is responsible for the murder.
Basavaraj had also been ordered by the Karnataka High Court to answer questions about the situation.
The victim’s mother also said she did not name the MLA in her initial complaint.
BJP MLA Byrathi Basavaraj was questioned for the second time in connection to a murder case.
The questioning relates to the murder of realtor Shivaprakash alias Biklu Shivu.
Basavaraj was previously questioned on July 19 following a High Court directive.
Basavaraj denies involvement and has moved to quash the FIR, claiming it is baseless.
Eleven people have been arrested, while the prime accused, Jagadish, remains at large.
- Who
- Byrathi Basavaraj (BJP MLA), Shivaprakash alias Biklu Shivu (victim), Jagadish (prime accused).
- What
- BJP MLA Byrathi Basavaraj was questioned in connection to the murder of a realtor.
- When
- July 23, after previous questioning on July 19.
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- Investigation into the murder of a realtor.
Arguments for Basavaraj's Innocence
Arguments Against Basavaraj
Basavaraj's involvement
Arguments for Basavaraj's Innocence
Basavaraj denies any involvement in the case.
Arguments Against Basavaraj
The police may have included his name without merit
Validity of FIR
Arguments for Basavaraj's Innocence
Victim's mother states she did not initially name Basavaraj in her complaint.
Arguments Against Basavaraj
The inclusion of his name by police raises doubts about the FIR’s validity.
- Victim
- Shivaprakash alias Biklu Shivu
- Accused
- Basavaraj (BJP MLA)
- Date of Questioning
- July 23
- Previous Questioning
- July 19
- Number Arrested
- Eleven
- Prime Accused
- Jagadish