Sessions court cites seriousness of charges and incriminating chats; forensic report points to propofol use in alleged planned killing
In a major development in the sensational Bengaluru dermatologist death case, a sessions court has denied bail to a general surgeon accused of murdering his wife, citing the gravity of the allegations and substantial digital and forensic evidence against him.
The case, which initially appeared to be a natural death, has now taken a darker turn after investigators uncovered evidence suggesting a premeditated killing.
Court Rejects Bail Over Serious Charges
The court observed that the nature of the offence and the evidence collected so far did not warrant bail at this stage. The accused, a surgeon associated with Victoria Hospital, has been in custody following his arrest in connection with the alleged murder of his dermatologist wife.
Chat Messages Reveal Alleged Confession and Cover-Up
A crucial breakthrough in the case came from chat messages recovered during the investigation. According to officials, the accused sent messages to his girlfriend instructing her to distance herself and deny their relationship if questioned.
Investigators claim that in one of the messages, he allegedly admitted to the crime, stating that he had killed his wife and would eventually face imprisonment, adding that “a killer can never be happy.”
Authorities also revealed that similar messages were sent to multiple women, including a medical professional who had reportedly rejected his marriage proposal shortly after his wife’s death.
Massive Digital Trail Strengthens Case
Police stated that an extensive digital investigation has significantly strengthened the case. Over 10.34 lakh digital files have been analysed, including hundreds of chat records from financial applications such as PhonePe, along with several deleted messages recovered through forensic techniques.
The digital trail has helped investigators reconstruct the sequence of events, track the accused’s movements, and establish communication patterns linked to the crime.
Forensic Evidence Points to Propofol Use
According to investigators, the murder was allegedly carried out using Propofol, a potent anaesthetic typically used in controlled medical settings.
Both the accused and the victim worked at Victoria Hospital, which police believe may have facilitated access to the drug.
The incident dates back to April 23, 2025, when the victim collapsed at her father’s residence in Marathahalli, Bengaluru. She was later declared dead at a nearby hospital.
Police allege that the accused had visited her days before the incident and administered injections under the pretext of medical treatment. A subsequent forensic report confirmed the presence of Propofol in her system, raising suspicions of foul play.
Case Reopened After Family Raised Concerns
The case was revisited after the victim’s family expressed doubts over the circumstances of her death. This led to a detailed forensic examination and a deeper probe, ultimately uncovering evidence pointing toward a planned murder.
With the court denying bail and investigators relying on a combination of forensic findings and digital evidence, the case is now set to proceed further in trial, with more developments expected in the coming weeks.
