A 45-year-old truck driver was brutally murdered near Kadugodi in Bengaluru late on Tuesday night, with police suspecting a robbery attempt gone wrong. The victim, identified as Ramesh, a native of Andhra Pradesh, was found bludgeoned to death near his parked truck on the outskirts of the city.
Incident Details
The incident occurred around 11:30 PM when Ramesh had stopped his truck near a secluded area in Kadugodi to take a rest. According to preliminary investigations, unidentified assailants attacked him with a blunt object, causing severe head injuries. Passersby noticed the body early Wednesday morning and alerted the police.
Police Investigation
The Whitefield police have registered a case of murder and are probing the possibility of robbery as the motive. The victim's mobile phone and some cash were missing from the scene. Senior police officials visited the spot and collected evidence, including CCTV footage from nearby establishments.
Ramesh had been working as a truck driver for over a decade and was known to be a hardworking individual. He is survived by his wife and two children, who live in their native village in Andhra Pradesh. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination.
Community Reaction
Local residents expressed shock and fear over the incident, demanding better security in the area. The Kadugodi region has seen a rise in such crimes, with many urging the police to increase patrolling. The truck drivers' association has also condemned the murder and called for swift justice.
Police have formed special teams to track down the culprits and are questioning suspects. Anyone with information has been urged to come forward.
