Family of dermatologist Dr Kritika Reddy alleges husband injected propofol in Marathahalli home. Police probe examines call records, finances and forensic toxicology.
The family of 28-year-old dermatologist Dr Kritika Reddy has accused her husband, Dr Mahendra Reddy, of deliberately administering a lethal anaesthesia overdose at their Marathahalli home, prompting a high-profile murder probe in Bengaluru. Relatives say Mahendra injected propofol under the guise of treatment; preliminary police findings indicate deliberate administration and investigators are examining call records, financial transactions and forensic evidence to establish motive and timelines. Family members also claimed Mahendra resisted a postmortem and behaved emotionally to dissuade them, raising further suspicion.
Police have said multiple angles are under investigation, including an alleged extra-marital relationship, monetary disagreements and possible premeditation. DCP Parashuram warned it is premature to fix a motive until forensic and digital analyses are complete. Victoria Hospital, where Mahendra worked earlier, confirmed he resigned months ago after completing a fellowship and has since distanced itself from the matter.
The case has prompted public shock in Bengaluru and renewed calls for stronger safeguards around in-home medical care, professional oversight and hospital hiring practices. Legal experts note that proving intent in alleged medical homicide requires tightly corroborated forensic reports, toxicology results and a clear chain of custody for evidence. Investigators plan to reconstruct timelines using call logs, CCTV and transaction records while forensic teams analyse tissue, injection sites and toxicology samples to determine cause of death.
As the probe deepens, prosecutors are likely to focus on establishing a motive supported by digital footprints, witness testimony and financial records. The family’s decision to donate the deceased’s home to a charitable organisation underscores their wish to honour her memory. The state police have promised updates while the medical council may conduct its own inquiry into professional conduct and licences. The unfolding investigation will hinge on forensic clarity and the integrity of the criminal process as Bengaluru seeks answers.
