{
  "id": 2061447,
  "title": "Techie seeks approver status in KR Puram triple murder case",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/techie-seeks-approver-status-in-kr-puram-triple-murder-case",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-20T03:00:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindustan Times",
    "slug": "hindustan-times",
    "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/techie-seeks-approver-status-in-kr-puram-triple-murder-case-101787167444806.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the KR Puram triple murder case, accused Shwetha Somasundar has filed a confession statement at the 29th Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate court. She claims she was present during the killings but did not directly participate, alleging her co-accused Kenneth carried out the attacks. The victims were Muthulakshmi S, her husband Somasundar, and their daughter Supriya, found dead at their Sai Green Apartment residence in Seegehalli, KR Puram, on June 22, 2026. Shwetha has stated she did not intend to kill anyone and is willing to share information about the incident. However, the court has indicated her application to become an approver can be considered after the police complete the investigation and file the chargesheet. Police suspect Kenneth as the perpetrator and Shwetha as present at the scene. The case involves a potential financial motive, with debts estimated between ₹30 lakh and ₹56 lakh causing strain. Investigators are examining the suspects' use of an AI chatbot in planning the crime and allegations of using technology to gather information. Shwetha was arrested in Puducherry, while Kenneth is under custody for further examination. Police are also analyzing CCTV footage, forensic evidence, and digital materials in their ongoing investigation.",
  "summary": "Bengaluru The KR Puram triple murder investigation has taken a fresh turn with accused Shwetha Somasundar approaching the 29th (Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate) ACJM court to file confession statement, officials said on Wednesday",
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}