The investigation into the gruesome murder inside a beauty parlour in Kolkata’s Garia has taken a dramatic turn. According to the latest police findings, the prime accused, Pankaj Mondal, who is four years younger than the victim Rupbani, had been leading a double life. Shocking revelations suggest that Pankaj used to introduce Rupbani as his wife to outsiders, despite knowing very well that she was already married and had a child.

Police interrogation has revealed that the duo shared a complicated and intense relationship for several years. Rupbani, who managed the parlour, had grown close to Pankaj over time. The deception regarding their marital status was reportedly a way for Pankaj to maintain control over the relationship and avoid public scrutiny. However, beneath this facade of a “happy couple” lay a volatile mix of jealousy, financial disputes, and emotional turmoil.

On the day of the incident, a heated argument reportedly broke out inside the parlour after business hours. Forensic experts suggest that the victim was attacked with a sharp object, leading to her instant death. The police tracked Pankaj using CCTV footage and mobile tower locations. Investigators are now probing whether Rupbani was trying to end the relationship, which might have triggered Pankaj’s violent outburst. The case has sent shockwaves across the locality, highlighting the dark underbelly of clandestine relationships.