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A devastating tragedy unfolded in a Bengaluru five-star hotel where a father allegedly killed his two young daughters before turning a knife on himself.
BENGALURU: A horrific incident involving a Bengaluru five-star hotel murder has left the city in shock, with police investigating the death of two minor girls and the critical condition of their father. The incident occurred at a luxury hotel situated near Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), where S G Imran, a 40-year-old manager with a private cab company, allegedly killed his two daughters before attempting to take his own life. The girls, identified as Shaik Zehara, age 5, and Shaik Zoya, age 10, were discovered dead inside a fourth-floor room, marking a sudden and violent end to their lives.
The sequence of events leading to the tragedy began on Sunday evening when Imran checked into the hotel at approximately 7:30 pm. According to police reports, Imran informed the hotel staff that he was expecting a guest to arrive from Dubai after midnight. This detail, provided by the staff, added a layer of mystery to the initial check-in, as no such guest appeared, and the room remained occupied by Imran and his children through the night. The normal flow of hotel operations continued through the early hours, with no immediate signs of distress raised by the guest, allowing the situation to escalate in secrecy.
By Monday afternoon, the situation turned from routine to critical. Imran did not check out by the standard afternoon hour, a breach of protocol that should have triggered immediate inquiry. Housekeeping staff knocked on the door at approximately 12:30 pm but received no response. They attempted to contact the room again at 4:30 pm, still with no answer. It was at around 5:30 pm that the hotel manager decided to use a duplicate key to open the door, leading to the gruesome discovery. Inside, the two children were found lying dead near the bed, while Imran was found near the sofa with his throat slit.
The hotel staff immediately raised an alarm, prompting a rapid emergency response. The victims were rushed to a nearby private hospital, where doctors tragically declared Shaik Zehara and Shaik Zoya dead on arrival. S G Imran was admitted to the hospital and remains under treatment, though his condition is critical. Mithun Kumar GK, the deputy commissioner of police for the north-east division, confirmed that the hotel's security manager informed the police about the incident in the evening, initiating a swift law enforcement response.
A crucial piece of evidence recovered from the hotel room is a note that police suspect was written by Imran. This document provides insight into the alleged motives behind the violence. The note refers to a deep-seated marital dispute and explicitly accuses Imran’s wife of having an extra-marital affair. The text of the note is chilling in its clarity: “I am fed up with life due to the extra-marital affair of my wife. I have evidence to prove her affair. She has hurt me. I am taking my daughters with me.” This statement suggests that the violence was not a random act but a calculated response to perceived betrayal and personal despair.
Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths, with a particular focus on the allegations made in the note. Investigators are examining the recovered note and other evidence from the hotel room to understand the full scope of the marital dispute. While the note claims Imran has evidence of his wife’s infidelity, it remains unclear whether such evidence has been found or verified. The investigation aims to determine if the accusations were true, fabricated, or a distortion of reality due to Imran’s mental state.
Imran is a resident of Bilalnagar, located near Nagavara Main Road in north Bengaluru. His professional background as a manager with a private cab company places him within the bustling transport sector of the city, a stark contrast to the secluded luxury of the hotel where the tragedy unfolded. The juxtaposition of his daily professional life with the extreme violence committed in a high-end accommodation highlights the hidden nature of domestic conflicts. The incident has raised questions about the visibility of marital strife and the potential for escalation in private spaces, even within the monitored environment of a five-star hotel.
The reaction from the hotel staff and management underscores the shock of the event. Staff members who initially spoke to Imran about the expected guest had no reason to suspect the dark turn his day would take. The lack of prior warning or disturbance in the room suggests that Imran may have carefully planned his actions or that the tension was concealed effectively until the final moments. The use of a duplicate key by the manager, a standard procedure for unresponsive rooms, allowed access to a scene that would otherwise have remained hidden until the next scheduled check-out or complaint.
As the investigation continues, police are also looking into the broader context of the marital dispute. If the accusations of an affair are substantiated, it could have significant implications for the wife and the legal proceedings surrounding the case. Conversely, if the accusations are found to be false, it points to a severe psychological breakdown on the part of Imran. The note’s assertion that he has evidence is a claim that requires verification. Police are likely to scrutinize any digital or physical evidence Imran may have possessed prior to the incident to corroborate or refute his claims.
The tragedy has sparked conversations about domestic violence and the mental health challenges faced by individuals in crisis. While the note cites a specific trigger, the extreme response of taking the lives of innocent children indicates a profound level of despair and anger. The fact that Imran attempted to take his own life suggests he viewed his actions as a final, irreversible statement. The survival of Imran, though critically injured, leaves open the possibility of further legal and personal revelations as he recovers and faces interrogation.
The ongoing police inquiry into the S G Imran case will likely determine the legal and social aftermath of this event. If the allegations of infidelity are proven true, it may mitigate public sympathy for Imran, though it will not excuse the murder of his children. However, if the note is found to be a product of paranoia or delusion, it will highlight critical gaps in mental health support and crisis intervention. The long-term impact on the hotel’s reputation and the legal standing of the family will depend heavily on the veracity of the note's claims. As authorities continue to analyze the evidence, the community awaits clarity on whether this was a crime of passion or a tragic mental health collapse, with potential implications for how domestic disputes are monitored and addressed in private settings.
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