11 Years On: The Unsolved Murder of a 72-Year-Old in Pune’s Sadashiv Peth

Pune: Eleven years ago, a tragic incident of robbery and murder occurred on Kumthekar Road in Pune’s Sadashiv Peth area. This bustling and congested location remains the backdrop for an unresolved crime. The killers of Asha Narayan Lagad, a 72-year-old woman, are still at large, and the investigation remains incomplete.

What Did the Police Say About the Incident 11 Years Ago?

Asha Narayan Lagad, the owner of Lakshmi Niwas building at Phadtare Chowk, Kumthekar Road, was murdered in 2013. She lived alone on the first floor of the building, while the upper floors were rented out. Her two children resided in nearby houses.

How Was Asha Lagad Killed?

On June 3, 2013, Asha Lagad returned home from Alandi around 4:30 PM. After having tea, she was found unconscious on her bed at around 5:30 PM by neighbors who informed her family. Her grandson initially thought she had a stroke, but doctors declared her dead upon arrival at the hospital.

What Did the Family of Asha Lagad Tell the Police?

The family reported that cash and jewelry worth around Rs 2 lakh were stolen. A complaint was registered at Vishrambaug Police Station, shaking Pune with the bold daylight murder.

What Information Was in the Autopsy Report of Asha Lagad?

While the police initially believed she was strangled, the autopsy revealed her death was due to a head injury. Despite examining CCTV footage and interviewing 50 people, including delivery personnel, the police have found no solid evidence. The motive behind the killing, whether robbery or something else, remains unknown. The mystery persists 11 years later.