Chief Pharmacist Murder Case : “Harlapur Murder: Six Arrested in Case”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Harlapur murder case
2. Six suspects arrested Harlapur murder

The death of a chief deputy pharmacist in Belagavi was not a road accident, but a murder, as revealed by police investigation. Virupakshappa K Harlapur was fatally hit by a speeding car near Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences. After analyzing CCTV footage, police arrested six suspects, including the prime accused, Basavaraj Yallappa Bhagwati. The motive behind the murder was reportedly an illicit relationship. Shockingly, this was not the first attempt on Harlapur’s life by the accused. The tragic incident occurred just a day before Harlapur’s retirement. The case has raised concerns about the safety of individuals on the roads in Belagavi.

The Murder of Chief Deputy Pharmacist in Belagavi

In a shocking turn of events, the recent death of a chief deputy pharmacist in the district hospital in Belagavi has been revealed to be a case of murder, rather than a mere road accident. The victim, Virupakshappa K Harlapur, was fatally hit by a speeding car near the Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences, leading to his tragic demise.

Details of the Incident

Virupakshappa K Harlapur, a 60-year-old native of Dharwad, was walking along the main road when a car travelling from Kittur Rani Channamma Circle to Kolhapur Cross struck him. The impact of the collision left him severely injured, and despite undergoing treatment in the hospital, he could not survive his injuries. The driver of the car fled the scene, prompting the Belagavi North Traffic police to register a hit-and-run case.

Police Investigation and Arrests

Following a thorough investigation, the police reviewed CCTV footage and identified the vehicle involved in the incident. Subsequently, they located the car in a garage within the city and uncovered evidence suggesting foul play. This discovery led to the case being transferred to the APMC police, who then initiated an investigation that resulted in the apprehension of six suspects.

The Arrested Suspects

The prime accused in the case was identified as Basavaraj Yallappa Bhagwati, a 50-year-old resident of Dharwad. Accompanying him were Prakash Rathod, Sachin Chandrakant Patil, Ravi Basu Kumbargi, Mahesh Sidaram Sunkad, and Ramu Lagama Vantamuri, all hailing from Kangrali Budruk village in Belagavi taluk. The motive behind the murder is believed to be an illicit relationship.

Past Attempts and Tragic Outcome

According to police sources, the accused had previously attempted to kill Harlapur in a similar manner on June 15, 2023, resulting in minor injuries. A case was registered with the traffic police at the time. However, their second attempt on Harlapur proved fatal, occurring just a day before his scheduled retirement. The perpetrators succeeded in their sinister plot, bringing a tragic end to the life of a dedicated healthcare professional.

Justice and Closure

The arrests of the six suspects bring a sense of closure to the case of Virupakshappa K Harlapur’s untimely death. The revelation of murder in what was initially perceived as a road accident serves as a stark reminder of the complexities that lie beneath seemingly straightforward incidents. As the investigation unfolds, the quest for justice for the victim and his family continues in the city of Belagavi.