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Pune realtor murder case: Friend knew of plot, police claim

A friend of the accused in Ketan Agarwal's murder has been questioned by police. Investigators believe he was aware of the alleged killing plan and even warned the accused against it, but declined to participate.

Imran Qureshi
Imran Qureshi
Senior City Reporter · Fri, 03 July 2026 at 07:15 pm
Pune realtor murder case: Friend knew of plot, police claim

Police have brought in a friend of one of the accused in the Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal's murder case for questioning. Investigators believe the youth was aware of the alleged conspiracy to kill Agarwal and may have played a role in the events surrounding the crime.

According to police, the friend had been in regular contact with the accused since late May this year. The youth is believed to have cautioned the accused against carrying out the alleged murder plan. Despite this apparent warning, the accused proceeded with their alleged scheme. On the day of the incident at Lohagad Fort, the friend claims he was invited to join them but refused to participate in the alleged crime.

The development adds another layer to the investigation into Agarwal's death. Police are examining the communication patterns and interactions between the accused and this friend to better understand the timeline and circumstances leading up to the incident. The questioning aims to establish what the friend knew about the alleged plot and when he became aware of it.

The inclusion of this witness in the investigation suggests authorities are piecing together a broader picture of the conspiracy. They are attempting to determine whether the friend's alleged warnings were taken seriously and why the accused decided to proceed despite these cautions. The friendship circle surrounding the accused appears to be under scrutiny as police work to establish motive and premeditation.

The case continues to unfold with multiple angles being investigated. Police are likely to question whether other associates were aware of the plot or if the accused had discussed their intentions with additional people. Each new testimony helps investigators build a comprehensive understanding of the events that led to Agarwal's death at Lohagad Fort. The case remains under active investigation as authorities piece together the complete sequence of events.

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