Archive · 12 Jun 2025
Honeymoon Murder: Accused Blame Each Other, Investigation Continues
The police are questioning Sonam and her partner, Raj, about the murder of her husband.
Both are saying they didn't plan it and are blaming each other.
Police are looking into money transfers and how the murder was planned.
One of the hitmen said Sonam tricked her husband before the murder.
Police also found Sonam's jewelry.
Raja's family has also said sorry for blaming the police at first.
Sonam Raghuvanshi and Raj Kushwaha are denying involvement in the murder, blaming each other.
Police are investigating money transactions and the murder's planning.
One of the hitmen confessed that Sonam took Raja to the crime scene for a photo.
Police recovered Sonam's mangalsutra and a toe ring from the hotel.
The family of Raja Raghuvanshi apologized for initially blaming the Meghalaya police.
- Who
- Sonam Raghuvanshi, Raj Kushwaha, Raja Raghuvanshi, hired killers, and the Meghalaya police.
- What
- Investigation into the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon.
- When
- Ongoing investigation, with recent arrests and interrogations.
- Where
- Meghalaya (crime scene) and Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- To uncover the details of the murder, determine the roles of the suspects, and bring those responsible to justice.
Suspects' Accounts
Police Investigation
Accusations
Suspects' Accounts
Sonam Raghuvanshi's Denial: Claims of innocence.
Police Investigation
Raj Kushwaha's Denial: Claims of innocence.
- Victim
- Raja Raghuvanshi
- Suspects
- Sonam Raghuvanshi, Raj Kushwaha
- Key Evidence
- Mangalsutra, toe ring, murder weapon, bloody clothing, CCTV footage
- Crime Scene
- Meghalaya
- Current Status
- Police custody, interrogation underway
Sources
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Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Who is Jitendra Raghuvanshi, the new name under police scanner?
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Sonam, Raj Accuse Each Other Of Killing Raja Raghuvanshi During Police Questioning: Report
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Meghalaya honeymoon murder: Who is Jitendra? and how is he linked to Sonam Raghuvanshi case?
3 Weeks After Marriage, Woman Kills Husband With Axe When He Was Asleep
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