Odisha Police to Probe Subhamitra Sahu Murder Case, Deepak Raut's Previous Wife's Death

  • Sep 19, 2025
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The Subhamitra Sahu murder case and the death of Deepak Raut's ex-wife, Aparna, have been flagged for high-level investigation under the Crime Branch's direct supervision. The Crime Branch will assist the Commissionerate Police in probing these cases, with the CAW Cell and Crime Wing handling the investigation [1][2][3].


Case Details

- Subhamitra Sahu Murder: Constable Subhamitra went missing on September 6; Deepak Raut, her acquaintance, confessed to the murder on September 17. Her decomposed body was found in Keonjhar.

- Motive: Allegedly committed for ₹20 lakh.

- Aparna's Death: Deepak Raut's ex-wife Aparna died in 2022; family now alleges murder for ₹1 crore insurance claim.


Investigation

- High-Level Probe: Crime Branch DG to oversee investigation.

- Charge Sheet: To be filed within 60 days.

- Reopening Case: Aparna's death case likely to be reopened based on family's allegations.


Background- Deepak Raut's History: Previous suspicious death of Aparna now under scrutiny.

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