Instagram Romance Ends in Tragedy: Karnataka Woman Killed by Second Husband
In a chilling case that exposes the dangers of social media relationships, a 28-year-old Karnataka woman was allegedly murdered by her second husband—a man she met on Instagram. The victim, Soujanya, a mother of two, was found stabbed to death in her Chitradurga home on June 10, 2024.
From Online Love to Deadly Abuse
Soujanya connected with Ravi Kumar, a gym trainer, through Instagram in early 2023. Their online courtship quickly turned into a rushed marriage by October, despite family concerns.
Key red flags emerged post-wedding:
– Kumar became violently possessive
– Demanded Soujanya transfer property to him
– Isolated her from family
The Night of the Murder
Police reports reveal:
– Soujanya suffered multiple stab wounds
– Kumar allegedly staged the scene as a suicide
– Arrested within 48 hours, he confessed to the crime
Disturbing quote from investigators:
“The killer showed zero remorse, blaming the victim for ‘provoking’ him.”
Social Media’s Dark Side: Experts Weigh In
Domestic violence specialists highlight alarming trends:
✅ Digital Deception: 67% of abuse victims report partners hid violent tendencies online (NCW 2023 data)
✅ Financial Coercion: A common tactic in 42% of femicide cases
“Instagram enables connections but lacks safety checks for offline dangers,” warns Dr. Priya Nair, cyber-relationship psychologist.
Justice Demands and Prevention Tips
The case has sparked:
– Protests in Chitradurga demanding faster trials
– Calls for social media platforms to verify user identities
Protect yourself:
1. Reverse-image search new romantic interests
2. Introduce partners to family before commitment
3. Document threats via screenshots
A Community’s Warning
Soujanya’s orphaned children are now in relatives’ care. Neighbors have painted memorial murals with the message: “Verify before you trust.”
— NextMinuteNews
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