On the night of May 11, 2025, Komal Bharat Jadhav, a resident of Krishnai Colony in Walhekarwadi, was attacked outside her home by two men riding a motorcycle. The assailants, identified as her neighbor Udaybhan Bansi Yadav (42) and his nephew Abhishek Ranvijay Yadav (21), used sharp weapons-a kitchen knife and a sickle-to inflict multiple injuries on Komal, targeting her neck, back, and hands.
Despite immediate efforts by her family to rush her to the hospital, Komal was declared dead on arrival due to excessive bleeding. The attack was caught on CCTV, which played a crucial role in helping the police identify and apprehend the suspects quickly.
Initial investigations revealed that the murder was the result of a complex web of personal and financial grievances. Police sources confirmed that Udaybhan Yadav, who worked at a medical shop, had a history of disputes with Komal’s family. The investigation is exploring two primary motives:
Personal Relationship: There are indications of a crime of passion, with the accused possibly having a personal relationship with the victim.
Financial Dispute: Police also suspect that monetary issues between the families played a significant role in escalating tensions, ultimately leading to the fatal attack.
Senior police officials have stated that both motives are being thoroughly probed, and further questioning of the accused is underway to establish the full sequence of events.
The Chinchwad police responded promptly, launching a manhunt and reviewing CCTV footage from the area. Both Udaybhan and his nephew were arrested within 24 hours of the crime. The accused, originally from Uttar Pradesh, had been residing in the area, with Abhishek having recently arrived to visit his uncle.
The police recovered the weapons used in the crime and are analyzing forensic evidence to strengthen the case. The murder has sent shockwaves through the Walhekarwadi community, with residents expressing concern over safety and the rising trend of violent crimes linked to personal disputes.
Komal Jadhav had just completed her Class 12 exams and was living with her mother and younger brother. Her mother, separated from her husband, works at a local departmental store to support the family. Komal’s promising future was cut short by this senseless act of violence.
Local authorities have increased patrols in the area and assured residents of their commitment to maintaining law and order. The police have urged the public to report any suspicious activity and have reiterated the importance of community vigilance to prevent such tragedies.