Charges framed against Darshan and other accused in Renukaswamy murder case

Tight security and tense moments inside the courtroom as judge reads out detailed charges against actor Darshan, Pavithra Gowda, and other accused; trial postponed to November 10.

The Bengaluru 64th CCH Court on Friday officially framed charges against actor Darshan, Pavithra Gowda, and 15 others in connection with the sensational Renukaswamy murder case. Judge I.P. Naik read out each of the charges in open court, marking a crucial step in the trial process.

As directed earlier, all the accused were required to appear in person. Actor Darshan, Pavithra Gowda, and five other accused were brought to the court from Parappana Agrahara Central Prison under tight police security, while the remaining eleven accused, who are currently out on bail, arrived directly at the court.

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Inside the packed courtroom, the judge read the detailed list of charges against each accused, explaining the allegations related to kidnapping, assault, and the murder of Renukaswamy. After completing the charge reading, the judge asked the accused to state their response.

All 17 accused, including Darshan, jointly declared that the allegations made against them were false. The judge recorded their statements before announcing that the trial proceedings would begin on November 10, when the examination of witnesses and evidence is expected to commence.

The courtroom was under tight security throughout the hearing due to the high public interest surrounding the case. With the charge-framing process now complete, the next phase will determine how the case unfolds in court.