Double Murder: Homosexual advances result in tragic deaths of mother-son duo

 By Sumesh Rajan

6-01-2025

 

In a shocking double murder case, two 19-year-olds were arrested for killing a mother and son at their residence in Sector 8 of Kamothe node in Panvel city in the state of Maharashtra, India. The accused identified as Shubham Mahendra Narayani and Sanjyot Mangesh Dodke, allegedly killed Jitendra Jaggi (45) and his mother Geeta Jaggi (70), following the deceased Jitendra's alleged homosexual advances during a New Year’s party.

Crime Unfolds

The crime was uncovered after neighbours reported a gas leak from the Jaggi residence. On entering the flat, police and fire brigade personnel discovered the burners of the gas stove turned on, and the flat filled with gas. The authorities acted swiftly to secure the scene, averting a potential explosion.

 Inside the apartment, they found Jitendra with fatal head injuries in one bedroom and Geeta strangled in another. Autopsies confirmed Jitendra had been bludgeoned with a hard object, while Geeta was strangled.

 

Motive and Arrest

Investigations revealed that the accused were close friends of Jitendra, who had invited them for New Year celebrations. During the party, Jitendra allegedly made sexual advances toward both the accused. Enraged, Shubham attacked Jitendra with a wooden extension board, causing fatal injuries. Geeta, hearing the commotion, intervened and was strangled by Sanjyot to silence her.

 

To cover their tracks, the accused turned on the gas burners and shut the windows, intending to create the illusion of an accidental fire. However, their plan failed due to timely intervention by neighbours and authorities.

 

CCTV footage from the building helped police identify the suspects, who were seen entering the flat on New Year eve and leaving early the next morning. The duo was traced to Ulwe node, 15 kilometres away, where they were found disposing off evidence, including their clothes.

 

Background of the Accused

Shubham Narayani worked as a delivery agent for a food app, while Sanjyot Dodke was a second-year commerce student and part-time delivery boy. The two had become friends with Jitendra after an earlier encounter involving Shubham taking his dog for a walk.

 

Charges and Legal Proceedings

Kamothe police have charged the suspects with murder and other related offenses under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The swift action and collaboration between the Kamothe police and Navi Mumbai Crime Branch have been commended.