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Body of Allegedly Murdered Karnataka Man Returns After Two Months
Alvin Prakash Kunder was a man from Karnataka who had worked in the United Arab Emirates for many years.
His family became worried when he stopped answering calls around July 20.
His body was later found in the boot of his car in Sharjah.
Investigators reportedly found that the body had been cut into nine pieces.
The remains were identified through DNA testing.
His body was brought back to Udupi on September 25.
His wife and son are also reportedly missing.
Kunder’s family wants authorities to find them and explain what happened.
Police in Sharjah are still investigating, and no motive or complete list of suspects has been officially confirmed.
The body of Alvin Prakash Kunder arrived in Udupi, Karnataka, on September 25, nearly two months after his alleged murder in Sharjah.
Kunder’s remains were reportedly found in nine pieces inside the boot of his Toyota car on August 12.
Forensic findings reportedly identified chest injuries and indicated that the body had been dismembered after death.
Kunder’s wife, Tina, and their Class 10 son have reportedly remained untraceable since his disappearance.
Sharjah authorities are investigating, but the motive and identities of all suspects have not been officially established.
- Who
- Alvin Prakash Kunder, a native of Kundapur in Karnataka, was the alleged murder victim; his wife and son are also reportedly untraceable.
- What
- Kunder’s body was reportedly found dismembered in the boot of his car and was repatriated to Karnataka after nearly two months.
- Where
- The alleged murder and recovery occurred in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates; the remains were taken to Honnanakeri in Udupi district, Karnataka.
- When
- He was reportedly last contacted around July 20; his body was recovered on August 12 and arrived in Karnataka on September 25.
- Why
- The motive remains unknown; authorities are investigating the alleged murder and the disappearance of Kunder’s wife and son.
Family Concerns
Official Investigation
Disappearance of Wife and Son
Family Concerns
Kunder’s family suspects that the disappearance of his wife Tina and their Class 10 son could be connected to the case and wants their whereabouts established.
Official Investigation
No official confirmation has established that Tina or the son were involved in the alleged murder.
Suspected Perpetrators
Family Concerns
The family has urged authorities to identify and arrest the people allegedly shown carrying bags in CCTV footage and has raised suspicion about a Pakistani national.
Official Investigation
Authorities have not officially established the identities of all people involved or confirmed the alleged role of any Pakistani national.
Cause and Motive
Family Concerns
The family is seeking a rapid investigation into the circumstances of Kunder’s death and wants answers about why he was killed.
Official Investigation
Sharjah’s investigation remains ongoing, and the motive has not yet been officially determined.
Key facts
- Victim
- Alvin Prakash Kunder, a native of Kundapur, Udupi district
- Occupation
- Reportedly worked at Sharjah Airport for about 14 years
- Body recovered
- August 12 from the boot of his Toyota car near the Al Nahda Commercial Area in Sharjah
- Forensic finding
- The body was reportedly dismembered into nine pieces and packed in two bags
- Identification
- Identity was confirmed through DNA matching
- Repatriation
- The remains arrived via Mangaluru Airport on September 25
- Investigation status
- Sharjah authorities are investigating; the motive and identities of all suspects remain unconfirmed
Sources
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