Hyderabad Uday Krishna Reddy Case | Hyderabad, August 3 Trainee IPS Uday Krishna Reddy Case: Police Recover Love Letters, Knife During Search Hyderabad:
The investigation into the arrest of trainee IPS officer Uday Krishna Reddy in the alleged sexual harassment and assault case involving a fellow woman trainee IPS officer has revealed fresh developments.
Police probing the accused’s conduct and psychological behaviour have recovered additional evidence that could strengthen the case.
The accused is currently in judicial remand after being arrested in connection with allegations of sexual harassment, assault, criminal intimidation, and other offences based on a complaint filed by the woman trainee IPS officer.
Hyderabad Uday Krishna Reddy Case | Police Recover Key Evidence During Search
As part of the investigation, a special police team led by Lavanya Naik Jadhav, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Women Safety Wing, conducted a scene reconstruction at Uday Krishna Reddy’s rented room in Ashok Nagar.
During the search, police seized a laptop, mobile phones, two handwritten love letters, and a knife believed to be relevant to the investigation.
According to investigators, the names mentioned in the letters led them to another woman from Andhra Pradesh. Preliminary inquiry reportedly revealed that she had been married since 2014 and was living separately from her husband while raising a child.
Police suspect she became acquainted with Uday Krishna Reddy after moving to Hyderabad on his advice and enrolling in a prominent IAS coaching institute after leaving her private job.
Investigators further learned that the accused allegedly proposed a live in relationship, but the woman declined as her divorce proceedings had not been legally completed. Police said she later distanced herself from him.
Statements and Digital Evidence Strengthen Probe
According to the investigation, the complainant met the Andhra Pradesh woman in February this year and allegedly informed her about the accused’s aggressive behaviour, violent temper, and repeated acts of harassment. Police claim the woman ended all contact with the accused after learning about the allegations.
Investigators also stated that they have gathered evidence supporting the complainant’s allegation that Uday Krishna Reddy forcibly entered her room and snatched her mobile phone.
As part of the ongoing inquiry, police have reportedly recorded statements from around 20 individuals, including fellow trainees and officials, who allegedly described the accused’s aggressive behaviour during police training.
Officials said further forensic examination of the seized electronic devices is underway. The Attapur Police are preparing to seek police custody of the accused to continue questioning and recover additional evidence.
Police said the investigation remains in progress, and the allegations will be tested through the judicial process. The accused is entitled to due process, and the allegations have not yet been adjudicated by a court.
