Indian Navy Technician Arrested For Brutal Murder Of Bank Employee In Visakhapatnam

VISAKHAPATNAM — In a gruesome incident that has shocked the city, a 35-year-old Indian Navy technician has been arrested for the alleged murder and dismemberment of a 31-year-old bank employee. The accused, identified as Chintada Ravindra, a technician stationed at INS Dega, surrendered to the Gajuwaka police on Monday morning, leading officers to the horrific crime scene at his apartment.

1. The Timeline of the Crime

According to the Gajuwaka Assistant Superintendent of Police (ACP), V. Srinivasa Rao, the victim, Polipalli Mounika, visited the accused’s residence at approximately 12:30 PM on Sunday.

• The Altercation: Following a heated argument, Ravindra allegedly murdered Mounika by forcibly covering her nose and mouth.
• Dismemberment: In a cold-blooded attempt to conceal the crime, the accused dismembered the victim’s body, severing the head, hands, and legs using a knife.
• Disposal Attempts: Ravindra reportedly stored portions of the torso in his refrigerator and packed the legs into a trolley bag. He then traveled to a deserted area near Darapalem, where he used petrol to burn the victim’s head and hands in a bid to destroy forensic evidence.

2. The Investigation and Arrest

The incident came to light when the accused reached the Gajuwaka police station on Monday morning and surrendered.

• Forensic Evidence: Police discovered the remaining body parts hidden within the apartment’s refrigerator and suitcase.
• Legal Charges: Based on a formal complaint filed by the victim’s father, the police have registered a case under Sections 103(1) and 238(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Ravindra is currently in custody and is expected to be produced before a local court for judicial remand.

3. Relationship Background

Police investigations reveal a complex personal history between the two:

• The Connection: The pair had been in contact since 2021 after matching on a dating application.
• The Conflict: Despite being married in 2024, Ravindra reportedly resumed his relationship with Mounika when his wife left for her parental home for delivery a month ago. Differences in their relationship allegedly escalated, leading to the conspiracy that resulted in the murder.

Case Summary