A 20-year-old college student was brutally murdered in Bengaluru, sparking outrage and fear in the community. Police said the young woman was attacked and killed after she allegedly rejected the advances of a man who had been stalking her.
The victim, identified as Yamini Priya, lived in Swatantra Palya and was pursuing a B Pharma course at a private college in Banashankari. The incident took place on Thursday when she was returning home from college.
According to officials, the accused followed her on a two-wheeler and intercepted her near the railway tracks under Srirampura police limits. He then slit her throat with a knife before fleeing the scene. The woman&rsquo;s body was later discovered with serious injuries on her face and neck.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Babasab Nemagoud said a team rushed to the spot after receiving information about a body near the tracks. &ldquo;On verification, it was found to be that of a young woman, around 20 years old, with injuries on her neck and face,&rdquo; he said.
Investigators believe the accused had been stalking Yamini for several days and had proposed to her. When she rejected him, he allegedly attacked her in a fit of rage. Police have identified the suspect, who is said to be from the same locality, and a massive manhunt has been launched to arrest him.
A case has been registered based on a complaint from the victim&rsquo;s family. Multiple police teams have been deployed to track down the culprit, and further investigations are underway.
The horrific incident has once again raised concerns over women&rsquo;s safety in the city, with calls for stricter action against stalkers and gender-based violence.

Bengaluru student murdered after rejecting stalker

20-year-old B Pharma student killed near railway tracks in Srirampura, manhunt underway

Bengaluru student murdered after rejecting stalker

20-year-old B Pharma student killed near railway tracks in Srirampura, manhunt underway

October 17, 2025 | 14:35 IST