Bengaluru, Nov 27, 2024 (Yes Punjab News)
The Bengaluru Police have successfully unraveled the chilling murder of Maya Gogoi, a vlogger and counsellor originally from Assam. Her boyfriend, Aarav Hanoy from Kerala, was apprehended in Devanahalli, a suburb on the outskirts of Bengaluru, on Friday. Aarav has confessed to killing Maya after a heated argument, as per initial police reports.
The Crime and Arrest
Maya and Aarav had reportedly checked into a service apartment in Bengaluru on November 23. On the night of the murder, they had a dispute over personal matters. During the altercation, Aarav used a knife and nylon rope—purchased online via Zepto—to stab Maya to death. He then spent two days in the apartment with her body, allegedly smoking cigarettes and sitting in front of the corpse. On the morning of November 26, he left the apartment at around 8:30 AM, fleeing the crime scene.
Following the murder, Aarav traveled extensively across various states, including Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, before returning to Bengaluru. Bengaluru Police tracked him to Devanahalli and arrested him during the evening of December 1.
Investigative Efforts
Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Devaraju detailed the extensive efforts made to capture Aarav. Police teams were dispatched to Kerala, North Karnataka, and other locations to trace his movements. Aarav’s actions and motives are being closely scrutinized, and the police plan to scientifically verify his statements.
The investigation revealed that Aarav, a 24-year-old intern earning ₹15,000 per month, had moved to Bengaluru from Kerala six months ago. During this time, he met Maya on the Bumble dating app. They became close, exchanged numbers, and started dating.
Maya’s Life and the Discovery of the Crime
Maya worked as a counsellor at centers in Jayanagar and HSR Layout, Bengaluru. She lived with her sister, who became concerned after receiving messages from Maya on November 22 and 23. Maya had informed her sister that she would not be returning home as she was attending back-to-back office parties. Suspicion arose when Maya failed to return home on November 26, leading to the eventual discovery of her tragic death.
CCTV footage confirmed that Maya had checked into the apartment with Aarav on November 23, appearing cheerful and relaxed. Her family was aware of her relationship with Aarav but had no indication of the looming danger.
Uncovering the Motive
The exact motive behind the murder remains unclear, though police suspect it stemmed from their quarrel. Aarav’s behavior after the murder, including his two-day stay with the body, adds to the macabre nature of the crime. More details are expected to surface as the investigation progresses.
FAQs
1. Who was Maya Gogoi?
Maya Gogoi was a vlogger and professional counsellor from Assam, working in Bengaluru at the time of her death.
2. Who killed Maya Gogoi?
Maya Gogoi was killed by her boyfriend, Aarav Hanoy, during an argument in a service apartment in Bengaluru.
3. How did the police catch Aarav Hanoy?
Bengaluru Police tracked Aarav’s movements across multiple states and arrested him in Devanahalli, a suburb of Bengaluru.
4. What was the motive for Maya’s murder?
The exact motive is unclear, but police believe it stemmed from a personal quarrel between Aarav and Maya.
5. How did Maya and Aarav meet?
The couple met on the dating app Bumble six months prior to the murder.
6. What actions did Aarav take after committing the crime?
Aarav spent two days with Maya’s body before fleeing the scene. He traveled across various states before returning to Bengaluru, where he was eventually arrested.
