Forensic Student Planned ‘Perfect Murder’ of UPSC Aspirant in Delhi
In a shocking revelation, the Delhi Police have cracked the murder of a 32-year-old UPSC aspirant, exposing a chilling plot allegedly devised by a forensic science student who used her academic knowledge to fake a fire accident.
The accused, Amrita Chauhan (21), a BSc Forensic Science student from Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, was arrested along with her former boyfriend Sumit Kashyap (27) and friend Sandeep Kumar (29). The trio allegedly conspired to kill Ram Kesh Meena, a UPSC aspirant living in Delhi’s Gandhi Vihar area, and staged the murder to look like an accidental fire.
Police said that Amrita, leveraging her forensic knowledge and inspired by crime web series, meticulously planned what she believed would be a “perfect murder.”
Fire Call Leads to Grim Discovery in Gandhi Vihar
On October 6, Delhi Police received a distress call about a fire at E-60, Gandhi Vihar. When firefighters and officers reached the spot, they discovered a charred body on the fourth floor.
The deceased was later identified as Ram Kesh Meena, a UPSC aspirant and resident of the same building. Crime Scene and Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) teams were called in to examine the site. Initial findings indicated that the fire was deliberately set, prompting officers to register a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Samhita (BNS).
Subsequent analysis of CCTV footage revealed two individuals entering the building around 2:18 am on the intervening night of October 5–6. One person left after 39 minutes, and minutes later, Amrita was seen exiting the building with another person. The fire broke out shortly after their departure.
Digital Evidence Uncovers the Killer’s Trail
Investigators soon turned to Amrita’s call detail records (CDR) and mobile location data, which placed her near E-Block, Gandhi Vihar, at the time of the incident. This discovery intensified suspicion against her.
The police conducted multiple raids in Moradabad and arrested Amrita on October 18. During interrogation, she confessed to orchestrating the murder with the help of Sumit Kashyap and Sandeep Kumar.
Amrita reportedly told police that the victim possessed a hard disk containing obscene videos and images of her, which he refused to delete. Enraged and fearful of exposure, she reached out to her ex-boyfriend Sumit to “teach him a lesson.”
Following her statement, the police recovered a trolley bag, the victim’s shirt, and the hard disk used as blackmail material.
Sumit was arrested on October 21, while Sandeep was apprehended two days later. Police also seized two mobile phones used during the planning and execution of the murder.
Murder Disguised as Fire: How the Crime Was Committed
According to the Delhi Police, the trio executed their plan on the night of October 5. After entering Meena’s residence, they allegedly strangled and beat him to death. To make the death look accidental, they poured oil, ghee, and wine over the body and set it ablaze to simulate a fire caused by negligence.
Officers revealed that Amrita’s background in forensic science helped her plan the scene meticulously. She ensured that the crime would initially appear as a domestic fire mishap rather than a homicide.
A senior investigating officer from Timarpur Police Station said, “Amrita applied her forensic knowledge to manipulate the scene. However, minor inconsistencies and digital evidence gave her away.”
The officer added that the accused also attempted to destroy digital traces by using muffled faces and switching off phones after the act, but CCTV and location records ultimately unraveled their plan.
Police Continue to Trace the Crime Network
The State Forensic and Crime teams continue to examine the recovered evidence, including the hard disk and burnt remains, for further clues. Police are also analyzing communication data between the accused to verify whether more individuals were involved.
The North District Police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing to determine whether the accused received any external assistance or prior training in staging such crimes.
Officials emphasized that this case demonstrates the growing challenge of educated individuals misusing scientific knowledge for criminal purposes.
Public Shock and Legal Proceedings
The case has drawn widespread attention, especially within academic and civil service circles. Many expressed shock at how a forensic student—trained to solve crimes—used her knowledge to commit one.
Authorities said that all three accused are currently in judicial custody, and the chargesheet will be filed after completion of forensic reports.
A police spokesperson said, “The investigation underscores how meticulous evidence collection and digital surveillance are vital to solving modern crimes. Despite efforts to create a perfect crime, science helped expose the culprits.”