Harshita Brella: Husband charged with homicide of spouse discovered lifeless in automobile boot | EUROtoday

A homicide cost has been authorised towards the husband of a girl discovered lifeless within the boot of a automobile in east London.

The physique of 24-year-old Harshita Brella was present in a silver Vauxhall Corsa in Brisbane Road, Ilford, on 14 November 2024.

Her husband Pankaj Lamba, aged 23, is believed to have fled the nation after her loss of life.

Announcing the costs towards him on Wednesday, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) didn’t verify whether or not or not Mr Lamba had been arrested, however it’s understood that he has not but been positioned.

In addition to the homicide cost, the CPS stated that Mr Lamba can be accused of two counts of rape, sexual assault and controlling or coercive behaviour.

Northamptonshire Police beforehand stated they believed Brella was strangled in Corby on the night of 10 November earlier than her physique was pushed almost 160km (100 miles) south to Ilford the subsequent day.

Detective chief inspector Johnny Campbell stated: “We are committed to securing justice for Harshita and her family and continue to offer our support at this difficult time.

“It remains an active investigation and as such, there continue to be aspects of the case that we are unable to comment on at this time.

“We would urge all parties to respect the judicial process to ensure the integrity of the proceedings.”

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The CPS stated the costs have been laid at Northampton Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday.

Following her loss of life, Brella’s household paid tribute to her, saying: “You left this world but you are still with us in our hearts and will always be there.”

They stated in a press release: “We will never forget you till our last breath. Always stay with us. We miss you in every very moment of our life.”

Additional reporting by PA