“Palghar Woman Murdered in Bengaluru; Husband Attempts Suicide”

Bengaluru Shocker: Palghar Woman’s Body Found in Suitcase, Husband Attempts Suicide .

On March 27, 2025, at around 8:30 PM, Murdered in Bangalore.

Body Found in Suitcase in Bengaluru

A 32-year-old woman, Gauri Anil Sambrekar (also known as Gauri Khedekar), was murdered at her rented duplex house in Doddakammanahalli, Bengaluru. As a result, the police launched an investigation to uncover the details of the crime.Someone stuffed her body in a suitcase inside the washroom. Authorities discovered it late on Thursday, March 27, 2025.

Husband Alerted Police and Landlord

The prime suspect, Gauri’s husband, Rakesh Rajendra Khedekar (39), allegedly killed her due to a marital dispute. After committing the crime, he informed both the Maharashtra Police and the house owner about her body before fleeing to Maharashtra. He reportedly left Bengaluru on March 25.

Attempted Suicide in Maharashtra

After arriving in Shirwal, Satara district, Rakesh attempted suicide by consuming poison. Authorities found him unconscious around 8:30 pm on March 27 and took him to a hospital in Pune.Bengaluru police have sent a team to Pune to take him into custody once he recovers.

Suspected Motive: Marital Discord

Investigators believe a personal dispute led to the crime. The couple married two years ago and later moved into the rented house in February 2025. At the same time, Gauri was a homemaker who was actively seeking employment, while Rakesh worked as a project manager. Therefore, they were in the process of settling into their new life when the tragedy occurred.

Legal Action Underway

The Hulimavu police have registered a case.Forensic experts noted stab injuries on Gauri’s body. Authorities are waiting for Rakesh’s medical recovery to interrogate him. This tragic case highlights the devastating effects of unresolved domestic issues. Police are strongly urging families to seek help before disputes escalate and turn violent.