A school principal in Telangana’s Nalgonda district was allegedly murdered by two of her former students in a shocking attack at her home.
Roopa Reddy, 46, was reportedly attacked multiple times and suffered 27 stab wounds. Police believe the two suspects, who are minors, may have attacked her while attempting to steal money.
Attack at Her Home
According to the police investigation, the two boys went to Roopa Reddy’s home. The situation later turned violent, and she was allegedly stabbed repeatedly.
The attack left the principal seriously injured. Police began investigating the case after the incident and started collecting evidence from the area.
The case shocked the local community because the suspects were reportedly former students of the school where Roopa Reddy worked.
CCTV Footage Provides Clues
Police reportedly found important clues from CCTV cameras near the school.
The footage allegedly showed the two boys leaving the area and getting onto a motorcycle. Investigators used the footage along with other evidence to identify and trace the suspects.
CCTV recordings can be important in criminal investigations because they can help establish the movements of suspects before and after an incident.
Bloodstained Money Recovered
Investigators also reportedly recovered bloodstained money from one of the accused.
Police believe the money may be connected to the robbery that allegedly took place during the attack.
The recovery of the money became another important piece of evidence as investigators worked to establish what happened at Roopa Reddy’s home.
A Message in Her Diary
Another detail that attracted attention was a final message reportedly written by Roopa Reddy in her diary.
The word “Babu” was found as the last entry, and investigators believe it may have been written when she was in distress.
Police are examining the circumstances surrounding the entry as part of their investigation.
Suspects Taken Into Custody
The two suspects were arrested and booked in connection with the case. They have been charged with murder and robbery.
Because the accused are minors, their case will be handled under the procedures applicable to juveniles. Their exact ages have not been publicly disclosed.
They were produced before the appropriate court as the legal proceedings began.
Investigation Continues
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the attack, including the reason for the violence and the events leading up to the incident.
Investigators are expected to examine CCTV footage, forensic evidence, the recovered money and other material collected from the crime scene.
The incident has caused concern in the local community and has raised questions about the safety of school staff and the circumstances that may have led two former students to allegedly target their former principal.
Authorities are continuing their investigation as the case moves through the legal process.