Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Ballari Man Arrested After Killing Wife and Infant
A 28‑year‑old man named Honnurappa was arrested in Ballari after he killed his wife, Rajeshwari, and their 7‑month‑old daughter, Ashwini.
He used a hammer to attack them at their home between 8:30 and 9:30 pm.
Police say he was upset because he thought his wife was unfaithful and that the baby might not be his.
The case was opened after Rajeshwari’s brother, Suresh, filed a complaint.
The police officer in charge, Suman D Pennekar, confirmed the arrest.
28‑year‑old Honnurappa arrested in Ballari for double murder.
Victims: 24‑year‑old Rajeshwari and her 7‑month‑old daughter Ashwini.
Attack occurred between 8:30‑9:30 pm at their home in Andral village.
Police say Honnurappa suspected wife’s fidelity and questioned child’s paternity.
Case registered after complaint by Rajeshwari’s brother Suresh.
- Who
- Honnurappa, Rajeshwari, and Ashwini
- What
- Double murder with a hammer
- When
- Thursday night, 8:30‑9:30 pm
- Where
- Andral village, Ballari city
- Why
- Suspected infidelity and questioned child’s paternity
- Accused
- Honnurappa
- Victims
- Rajeshwari (24) and Ashwini (7 months)
- Location
- Andral village, Ballari city
- Weapon
- Hammer
- Arrested by
- Ballari Superintendent of Police Suman D Pennekar