Ketan Agarwal Murder Case: Police Probe 'Cricket Connection' Between Accused Amid Family's Denial
Police believe the alleged relationship between Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary may have been a key motive in Ketan Agarwal murder case. Investigators are examining deleted chats, call records and other digital evidence, while forensic experts analyse electronic devices recovered during the investigation.
The investigation into the murder of Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal has uncovered a new lead, with police examining what they describe as a possible "cricket connection" between prime accused Siya Goyal and co-accused Chetan Chaudhary. The development comes after Siya's parents told investigators they did not know Chetan, a claim that police are now scrutinising as the probe expands, as reported by TOI.
Police Explore How Siya and Chetan First Came Into Contact
According to investigators, the latest findings suggest that cricket may have played a role in bringing Siya and Chetan into each other's circle. Police are examining whether the alleged connection contradicts the family's claim that they were unaware of Chetan's identity or relationship with Siya. The new angle is being investigated alongside digital evidence and witness statements. Ketan Agarwal Murder Case: Father Refutes 'Hair Wig' Motive, Says Siya Goyal's Family Was Fully Informed (Watch Video).
Family Allegedly Learned of Relationship Through Cricket
Investigators claim that members of Siya Goyal's family became aware of her alleged relationship with Chetan during a cricket match. Police allege that after discovering the relationship, the family decided against the match because of perceived financial differences and instead arranged Siya's marriage with Ketan Agarwal, a Pune-based realtor from a financially well-off family.
Probe Focuses on Motive and Digital Evidence
Police believe the alleged relationship between Siya and Chetan may have been a key motive in the murder. Investigators are examining deleted chats, call records and other digital evidence, while forensic experts analyse electronic devices recovered during the investigation. Authorities have also questioned several family members and acquaintances to establish the sequence of events leading to the crime. Ketan Agarwal Case: Raja Raghuvanshi’s Mother Links Murder to Sonam Raghuvanshi Bail, Raises Concerns (Watch Video).
Investigation Continues
The murder case relates to the death of Ketan Agarwal, who allegedly died after being pushed into a gorge during a visit to Lohagad Fort in Maharashtra. Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary have been arrested in connection with the case and remain under investigation. Police are continuing to verify evidence and reconstruct the events surrounding the incident, while the accused are entitled to defend themselves as the case proceeds through the legal process.
The case has attracted widespread attention due to allegations of a planned conspiracy involving a woman accused of murdering her fiancé with the help of her alleged partner. Over the past several days, investigators have examined multiple aspects of the case, including the alleged motive, the movements of the accused, and their digital communications. The latest "cricket connection" is one of several leads being explored as police continue their investigation.
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