Third arrest in Noida dowry murder case: Brother-in-law held
The mother-in-law of the woman who was burnt and killed by her in laws and husband in Greater Noida was arrested by the police. This is the second arrest in the case, after the woman's husband Vipin was arrested by the police on Sunday. The woman was allegedly beaten up and burnt after she failed to fulfill the demand for dowry by her in-laws.
New Delhi: Noida Police arrested Rohit Bhati, brother-in-law of Nikki Bhati, on Monday, who absconded after the alleged killing of the woman, who was assaulted and burned over the dowry demand of Rs 36 lakh. Earlier, the police arrested the victim's mother-in-law, Dayawati, on Sunday. Earlier, Nikki's husband, Vipin Bhati was also arrested for allegedly burning his wife for dowry at their Noida home. The police shot him in the legs, when he tried to escape from the custody on Sunday. The accused was then sent to a 14-day judicial custody after an order issued by the court. Vipin's father Satyavir, is still on the run.
While in custody, Vipin repeatedly claimed he was innocent and showed no remorse. "I have no remorse. I haven’t killed her. She died on her own. When asked about the allegations of assaulting Nikki, he repeated, "Husband and wife often have fights; it is very common."
Is Dayawati the mastermind?
After conducting a thorough investigation, the police discovered that Vipin's mother Dayawati played a significant role in the killing of Nikki. It is believed that Dayawati brought the inflammable substance to Vipin. She instigated her son to kill Nikki and is an accomplice to her son. Dayawati has been absconding since Nikki's murder.
The victim's father Bhikhari Singh claimed that Dayawati orchestrated the entire conspiracy and instigated her son to kill Nikki. Instead of showing her son the right path, Dayawati incited him to commit murder. We should get justice, both should be hanged. He said that if strict action is not taken against the accused, he will go on a hunger strike.
Women's commission took cognizance
National Commission for Women Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has taken suo motu cognizance and has directed strict action against all the accused. She has sent a letter to the DGP of Uttar Pradesh and has directed the arrest of all the accused and strict action under the law. Along with this, the Commission has also asked to ensure the safety of the victim's family and witnesses.