Udupi: Superintendent of Police (SP) Hariram Shankar has released a statement concerning the brutal murder of rowdy-sheeter Saif, which occurred in Salmar, Kodavoor near Udupi. The heinous crime is suspected to have been perpetrated by three assailants between the hours of 10:00 am and 11:00 am, according to initial police reports.
Saif, the victim, had a substantial criminal history, with as many as eighteen criminal cases registered against him. He was officially listed as a rowdy-sheeter at both the Hiriyadka and Udupi police stations, further underscoring his involvement in organized crime. Additionally, Saif was an accused individual in two separate murder cases, indicating a prolonged engagement with violent criminal activities.
SP Shankar stated that preliminary information suggests a coordinated assault by three attackers. The accused are currently believed to be employees of the AKMS private bus company. However, authorities have yet to confirm the exact motive behind the killing, and the identities of the accused remain unconfirmed. The ongoing investigation is expected to reveal the precise reasons underpinning the violent act, the SP affirmed.
Eyewitness accounts and preliminary forensic analysis indicate that the attackers employed bladed weapons, including knives and swords, during the assault. Saif sustained multiple stab injuries across his body, indicative of a determined and violent attack.
The murder transpired at Saif’s Malpe residence while he was alone. Although his primary residence is located in Manipal, Saif had been temporarily residing at the Malpe location.
SP Shankar further commented that a key aspect of the investigation will be to determine whether the killing was executed as an act of revenge for previous murders with which Saif was linked. This line of inquiry is considered crucial in establishing a definitive motive and identifying potential conspirators.
As of the time of this report, the Scene of Crime Officers (SOCO) team is en route to the crime scene to conduct a thorough forensic examination. Their investigation is expected to provide critical evidence and further insights into the circumstances surrounding Saif’s murder. The Udupi police department has
