For the first time since the brutal murder of Raja Raghuvanshi came to light, a photo showing all four key accused together has been released. The shocking image has further fueled national outrage over a case that continues to send tremors across the country.
📅 Timeline of the Incident:
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May 11: Raja Raghuvanshi and Sonam Raghuvanshi got married in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
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May 20: The couple reached Meghalaya via Guwahati for their honeymoon.
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May 23: The couple went missing in Sohra (Cherrapunji), East Khasi Hills district.
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June 2: Raja's body was found in a gorge near Weisawdong Falls.
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June 5: A machete stained with blood and missing jewelry led to suspicion of foul play.
👥 Who Are the Accused?
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Prime Accused: Sonam Raghuvanshi (Wife of the victim)
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Co-Accused:
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Raj Kushwaha
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Akash Rajput
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Vishal Chauhan
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Anand
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All four aides were reportedly Sonam’s acquaintances and have been arrested for their alleged roles in plotting and executing the murder.
🚔 Current Status:
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All five accused, including Sonam, are in the custody of Meghalaya Police.
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On June 12, a Shillong court sent them to 8-day police custody for further investigation.
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Sonam was brought to Meghalaya from Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, while her aides were picked up from Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
👮♂️ Statements from Police:
East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police Vivek Syiem stated:
“We have sufficient evidence that links Sonam to Raja’s murder, but we are still verifying several aspects of the case. Things will become clearer after further interrogation.”
Police believe the motive may involve personal or financial issues, and they are working to reconstruct the crime scene in Sohra with all accused present.
🔍 Clues and Evidence Found:
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Rented scooter abandoned on May 24.
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Gold ring and chain missing from Raja’s body.
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Blood-stained machete and a raincoat matching the couple’s description found near the site.
📸 First Visual of All Accused:
A photo showing the four accomplices together was released for the first time since the incident. It offers the public a first look at the faces behind the crime.
🧩 What Happens Next?
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Interrogation will continue through the 8-day remand period.
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Police aim to establish motive, planning details, and the sequence of events.
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Further charges may be filed based on the evidence collected.
