Accused Families Offer Clashing Narratives in Lohagad Murder

As the investigation into the alleged murder of 26-year-old realtor Ketan Agarwal at Lohagad Fort progresses, the families of the two accused, Siya Goyal, 20, and Chetan Chaudhary, 22, have presented conflicting statements. Ketan's family is demanding severe punishment, emphasizing that his life was lost due to a drastic step taken for unknown reasons, despite wedding plans and family trips. They recounted instances like a missing passport before a Bali trip as suspicious. Ketan's mother expressed deep pain due to her bond with Siya, whom they treated as family.

Conversely, Siya Goyal's parents stated that if their daughter is found guilty, she should face the strictest punishment, while Chetan Chaudhary's family insists he is being falsely implicated. They claim Chetan was not near Ketan when the incident occurred and that he is being framed. Chetan's uncle described him as a straightforward sportsman and alleged biased media reporting. The Pune Rural police allege that the murder, which occurred on June 18, was part of a months-long conspiracy, including previous murder attempts on Agarwal on May 31 and June 14. Both accused remain in police custody until June 29.