Bengaluru ATM attack case convict ‘murders’ wife in Madanapalle
A man convicted in a high-profile 2013 Bengaluru ATM attack case has allegedly murdered his wife in Madanapalle. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect, who was out on bail at the time of the incident.
Why it matters
The case highlights concerns regarding recidivism and the monitoring of high-profile violent offenders released on bail.
A convict on bail in the sensational 2013 Bengaluru ATM attack case allegedly hacked his wife to death following a domestic dispute in Jagan Colony of Madanapalle on Saturday evening.
The police said that the accused, identified as Kondappagiri Madhukar Reddy (42), visited his house recently after being out on bail. Madhukar Reddy had a heated argument with his wife, Dandamani (38). In a fit of rage, he allegedly attacked his wife with a sharp-edged weapon, resulting in her death. He fled the spot, leaving Dandamani's body in a pool of blood, the police said.
Deputy SP (Madanapalle) M. Buchi Raju inspected the crime scene. Superintendent of Police Dheeraj Kunubilli constituted special teams to trace Madhukar Reddy.
All the police stations in Annamayya district have been alerted. Special parties have been posted at the inter-state checkposts, while the CCTV footage gathered from all arterial junctions in Madanapalle are being monitored.
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