Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru
Mangaluru, July 5: In a significant development in the Puttur student pregnancy case, Jaganivasa Rao, the father of the prime accused Krishna J Rao, was arrested today for allegedly aiding his son to evade the police.
Krishna J Rao, who had been absconding since June 24, was apprehended earlier today in Mysuru. Krishna J Rao is the main accused in the controversial case involving the pregnancy of a student in Puttur, which has attracted widespread media attention and public scrutiny.
After the case was registered, Krishna went into hiding, prompting a manhunt by the local police.
Following extensive investigations, Krishna was traced and arrested in Mysuru earlier today. Soon after, authorities detained his father, Jaganivasa Rao, on charges of assisting Krishna in fleeing the jurisdiction and helping him avoid arrest.
The police are continuing their probe into the case and have vowed to ensure a thorough investigation. Both Krishna and his father are currently in police custody as further legal proceedings unfold.