Couple detained in Chennai over death of minor domestic worker

Police in Chennai have arrested a couple accused of torturing their little domestic help, who was found dead in their apartment. The suspects, identified as Mohammed Nishad, a used car dealer, and his wife Nasiya, live in Metha Nagar area of Chennai. They had employed a 16-year-old girl from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, as a domestic help after her mother Nasiya asked for help.

On October 31, the couple found the girl dead in their bathroom. Instead of reporting the incident, they locked the bathroom door and lit incense sticks to hide the smell before leaving for a relative’s house. Nishad eventually informed the Amanjikarai police about the girl’s death on November 1, but only through his lawyer. After receiving the report, a police team was sent to their residence where they discovered the body and sent it to Kilpauk Medical College for post-mortem examination.

Investigation reveals disturbing evidence

Authorities noted that the girl’s body showed burns, including injuries consistent with cigarette butt burns. This alarming discovery prompted police to summon the couple for questioning. Early investigations revealed that the couple, along with a friend named Lokesh, allegedly subjected the girl to severe torture on the day she was found dead.

Legal actions and ongoing investigations

Both Nishad and Nasiya have been arrested while efforts are on to locate Lokesh. Police said they are awaiting the post-mortem report, which will help determine the cause of death and whether there was sexual assault. The investigation continues as authorities attempt to uncover the full extent of the allegations against the couple and their accomplice.