‘She Said It Contained Bronze Utensils, Paid Extra Fare,’ Says Van Driver on Kolkata’s Chilling Murder Case
Kolkata’s shocking Ahiritola Trolley Murder has taken a new turn as a crucial witness, the van driver, breaks his silence. The driver unknowingly transported a trolley bag containing a dead body, believing it held household items. This revelation sheds light on the meticulously planned disposal of the body by the accused, Falguni Ghosh and her mother, Arati Ghosh. (Read Full Story – Ahiritola Trolley Murder: Van Driver Reveals What Happened Before the Body Dumping)
Van Driver’s Statement: What Happened That Night?
The van driver, who has now become a key witness, described his encounter with the accused:
- While waiting on the road, he was approached by Falguni Ghosh, who asked him to come to her rented house in Birespalli, Madhyamgram.
- The plan was to transport two women to Doltala, a short distance away.
- Usually, the fare was ₹20 per person, but since they had a heavy trolley bag, the driver initially demanded ₹150.
- After some negotiation, the fare was fixed at ₹130, which Falguni agreed to.
The real shock came when the driver helped lift the trolley bag onto the van. It was unusually heavy, making him curious about its contents.
- When he asked what was inside, Falguni confidently replied that it contained “bronze utensils.”
- Unaware of the crime, he dropped them at Doltala, collected his fare, and left.
Taxi Driver Also Deceived
After reaching Doltala, Falguni and her mother hired a taxi to take them to Ahiritola Ghat.
- The taxi driver, too, noticed the heavy bag and inquired about it.
- He received a similar response, that the bag contained metal utensils and food items.
- He drove them to their destination without suspecting anything.
The entire truth was revealed later when the police arrested Falguni and her mother at Ahiritola Ghat, where they were caught trying to dispose of the body.
Motive: Property Dispute Behind the Murder
Police investigations indicate that the crime was likely driven by a property dispute. Sumita Ghosh, the victim, was Falguni’s paternal aunt-in-law (Pisi Shashuri), and there were ongoing conflicts over inheritance and assets.
- On Tuesday morning, Falguni and her mother killed Sumita at their Madhyamgram residence.
- They packed the body inside a trolley bag, severing the legs to fit it inside.
- The plan was to dump the body in the river at Ahiritola Ghat.
What’s Next in the Investigation?
- Forensic tests are being conducted on the seized evidence.
- The van driver and taxi driver have been questioned and may serve as key witnesses.
- Investigators are analyzing CCTV footage to trace the exact movements of the accused.
- Further interrogations may reveal if anyone else was involved in the murder.
The Ahiritola Trolley Murder has left Kolkata stunned, exposing a chillingly calculated crime. As more details emerge, the police are working to ensure that justice is served.