The Meerut Police has intensified its investigation into the bank accounts of accused Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla to trace potential financial links connected to a cyber fraud case and the murder of Saurabh Rajput. Muskan and Sahil allegedly killed Saurabh, dismembered his body, and concealed the remains in a drum filled with cement at a house in Uttar Pradesh's Indiranagar.

Financial Probe and Cyber Fraud Link

According to police sources, Saurabh had transferred Rs 1 lakh to his brother and Rs 80,000 to Muskan after suspecting that his account might be frozen due to suspicious transactions. Investigators revealed that while Saurabh was in London, one of his friends was involved in cyber fraud activities.

Some illicitly acquired money was deposited into Saurabh's account, prompting him to transfer a portion to his brother and wife Muskan to safeguard his money. Bank statements have confirmed these transactions, and investigators are now focusing on tracing the money trail to uncover any link between these suspicious transfers and the murder.

Muskan’s Financial Struggles and Murder Motive

Sources suggest that Muskan was unhappy with the financial support she received from Saurabh. Allegedly, Saurabh used to send her only Rs 10,000 per month, which was insufficient for her household expenses. Muskan, who was reportedly addicted to drugs and alcohol, needed additional funds to sustain her lifestyle. This financial frustration is being investigated as a possible motive behind Saurabh’s murder.

Police sources have indicated that Muskan’s growing frustration over limited financial resources led her to plot the murder with her lover Sahil, as she sought control over Saurabh’s assets and bank accounts.

Post-Murder Financial Transactions and Cover-Up

After the brutal murder of Saurabh, Muskan and Sahil fled to Kasol in Himachal Pradesh to evade authorities. In a calculated attempt to mislead the police, Muskan took Sahil’s mobile phone along to ensure that Saurabh’s location continued to appear active, creating an illusion that he was alive.

Use of Saurabh’s Account for Expenses

During their stay in Kasol, Muskan and Sahil financed their hotel bookings, alcohol purchases, and other expenses through UPI transactions using Saurabh’s account. Investigators have traced multiple digital payments linked to Saurabh’s account, which included the purchase of two bottles of alcohol daily, along with other substances.

Authorities confirmed that no cash payments were made during their stay in Kasol, making the UPI transactions a critical piece of evidence in connecting Muskan and Sahil to the crime.

Ongoing Examination of Saurabh’s Bank Accounts

Meerut Police is also examining Saurabh’s bank account, which still holds Rs 6 lakh, to track all payments Muskan made before and after the murder. "Every digital payment is now a crucial piece of evidence in piecing together the timeline of events leading to the murder," police sources stated.

Timeline of Events and Financial Transactions

• Saurabh’s London Connection: Illicit funds deposited into Saurabh’s account during his stay in London, prompting him to transfer money to his brother and wife.

• Muskan’s Financial Distress: Frustration over limited financial support, leading her to seek control over Saurabh’s assets.

• Post-Murder Cover-Up: Use of Saurabh’s mobile phone and account to create an illusion of his existence and fund their Kasol escape.

Chilling Details of the Meerut Murder Case

The Meerut murder case has shocked the nation with its gruesome details. Muskan, along with her lover Sahil, allegedly killed her husband Saurabh Rajput, dismembered his body, and sealed the parts in a cement-filled drum. According to reports, Saurabh was stabbed multiple times in the chest before his body was dismembered and concealed.

Digital Evidence Strengthens the Case

The digital trail left behind by Muskan and Sahil has provided crucial evidence for the investigators. Police have collected bank statements, UPI transaction records, and location data to build a strong case against the accused.

Statements and Eyewitness Accounts

The police have recorded statements from 10 to 12 people who were directly linked to the case. These testimonies, coupled with digital evidence, are expected to play a pivotal role in establishing the sequence of events and the motive behind the murder.

Police Intensify Investigation

With cyber fraud and financial trails emerging as critical angles in the case, the Meerut Police is leaving no stone unturned. Investigators are working to trace the financial motives that led to Saurabh’s murder while examining digital payments, suspicious transactions, and potential fraudulent activity linked to Muskan and Sahil.

Conclusion

The Meerut murder case has taken a chilling turn with the revelation of a financial motive and cyber fraud link behind the crime. As the police probe deeper into the bank accounts and transactions of Muskan and Sahil, every piece of digital evidence is helping them unravel the sinister conspiracy that led to Saurabh Rajput’s murder. The investigation is expected to provide a clearer picture of the financial web that possibly motivated the accused to commit such a heinous crime.

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