Nishar Mohammed & Vikramaditya
Diglipur, Apr 01: The Superintendent of Police, North & Middle Andaman, Shweta K. Sugathan addressed a press conference today to provide updates on the ongoing investigation into the disappearance and alleged murder of journalist Mr. Sahadev Dey.
According to SP, the police received information on the morning of September 30 that Sahadev Dey, an online journalist, had been missing since the night of September 29, around 8 PM. In response, the Diglipur police team launched a thorough investigation using both technical and human intelligence.
“The investigation has revealed that a man named Mr. Gangaiah, a resident of DB Gram in Diglipur, is a key suspect. He operates a business and is currently constructing a hotel in the area,” stated SP Shweta. She further disclosed that a woman 35, resident of R.K. Gram, is also linked to the case.
She added that Police findings indicate that the lady had relationships with both Mr. Sahadev Dey for the past two and a half years and with Mr. Gangaiah, for the last nine months. The SP claimed that Ms. Sahadev Dey possessed certain videos of the lady, which he allegedly used to pressure her for sexual favors, leading her to confide in Mr. Gangaiah about the situation.
On September 29, Dey reportedly traveled to Rangat, where he was last seen. According to police accounts, the suspect lady arranged a meeting with Mr. Dey at Nehru Yuva Kendra in Diglipur. She was allegedly accompanied by Mr. Rama Subramaniam, a laborer employed by Mr. Gangaiah. The two reportedly attacked Dey, injuring him fatally.
SP stated, “Dey was assaulted with a weapon and later transported in Gangaiah’s vehicle. Another suspect, Mr. M. Ramesh, who works for Gangaiah’s construction company, was also involved. Together, they moved the body to an under-construction hotel owned by Gang, where it was burned on the night of September 29.”
Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the crime, and the police are actively gathering forensic and material evidence. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to confirm details and recover further proof.
Addressing public protests surrounding the case, the SP urged cooperation, emphasizing that maintaining law and order was critical to ensuring a strong investigation.
“We understand the public’s concern, but protests divert resources away from critical investigative work. We need cooperation to focus on collecting evidence and strengthening the case,” she said.
