The Gurugram Police has officially filed a chargesheet in the case involving the tragic murder of former tennis player Radhika Yadav. The accused, identified as her father Deepak Yadav, has been named as the prime suspect, as confirmed by a senior police official on Friday.
After conducting interviews with approximately 35 witnesses as part of their thorough investigation, the police have scheduled the next hearing for October 17. Following an extensive three-month inquiry, Sector 56 police submitted a detailed chargesheet spanning over 400 pages to the district court recently.
According to the chargesheet, the police revealed that the accused, Deepak Yadav, allegedly committed the heinous act to shield his reputation from the constant ridicule he faced from others.
On the other hand, Deepak Yadav’s legal representative, Advocate Shyambir Singh, mentioned that they are yet to receive a copy of the chargesheet from the court. Singh added that any official statement regarding the case will be issued post the receipt of the necessary documents.
Reports suggest that there had been longstanding tensions between the father and daughter. Deepak had reportedly prohibited Radhika from pursuing activities outside their home, including coaching, as shared by a senior investigator involved in the case.
The tragic incident unfolded on July 10 when Deepak allegedly used his licensed firearm to shoot Radhika multiple times while she was cooking in their residence located in Gurugram’s Sushant Lok, Sector 57. Tragically, the former state-level tennis player succumbed to her injuries on the spot.
Following the incident, authorities promptly arrested the accused at his residence. During initial questioning, Deepak purportedly confessed to the crime, citing the constant taunts he received from villagers insinuating that he was exploiting his daughter’s earnings.
Radhika, a talented tennis player, had garnered recognition for her skills in the sport. However, her career took a turn after sustaining a shoulder injury during a match, leading her to transition to coaching aspiring players at a nearby academy she rented post-competitive tennis retirement.