Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Meghalaya Honeymoon Murder: Husband Killed, Wife Arrested
A newlywed woman named Sonam is accused of killing her husband, Raja, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya.
Police found the body and arrested Sonam.
Clues like her missing wedding jewelry helped the police solve the case.
The police believe Sonam hired people to kill her husband.
She and others are now being questioned by the police to find out exactly what happened.
Sonam Raghuvanshi was arrested for the murder of her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya.
A mangalsutra and toe ring found in a suitcase raised suspicion, helping police crack the case.
Raja's body was discovered in a gorge near a waterfall in Sohra (Cherrapunji) on June 2.
Sonam, along with her alleged boyfriend and three others, is in police custody for the murder.
The police are investigating the circumstances around the murder, which occurred during the couple's honeymoon.
- Who
- Sonam Raghuvanshi, Raj Kushwaha, Raja Raghuvanshi, and the police.
- What
- The investigation and custody of Sonam Raghuvanshi and accomplices in the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi.
- When
- The body was found on June 2. The couple's honeymoon was from May 20-23, with the murder occurring on those days.
- Where
- Sohra (Cherrapunji), Meghalaya, and Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- To investigate the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi.
Police Investigation
Judicial System
Custody Duration
Police Investigation
Police sought 10-day remand.
Judicial System
Court granted 8-day police custody.
- Victim
- Raja Raghuvanshi
- Accused
- Sonam Raghuvanshi, Raj Kushwaha and others
- Crime Location
- Sohra (Cherrapunji), Meghalaya
- Arrest Location
- Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh
- Custody Granted
- 8 days
- Key Evidence
- Mangalsutra and toe ring
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