A court in Shillong has extended the judicial custody of Sonam Singh and Raj Meena, the two main accused in the high-profile murder of businessman Raja Raghuvanshi, by 14 more days. The ruling came during their court appearance, where the police sought additional time citing the need for further investigation.
The duo had earlier been remanded to judicial custody following their arrest in connection with the death of Raghuvanshi, whose body was found under suspicious circumstances earlier this month. The case has since drawn significant public attention, prompting intensified legal and police scrutiny.
Court officials confirmed that both accused will remain in judicial custody at the Shillong District Jail until their next appearance. Investigating officers told the court that certain digital records and financial transactions related to the case are still being examined and that their cooperation remains critical.
The court also instructed the police to expedite forensic analysis and ensure all due process is followed in the collection of evidence. No plea for bail was submitted during this hearing.
Raghuvanshi, a known figure in Shillong’s business circles, was reportedly missing for two days before his body was discovered. Preliminary reports indicated foul play, leading authorities to swiftly detain Sonam and Raj based on digital surveillance and witness testimonies.
The next hearing is expected to take place in early August. Meanwhile, police have not ruled out the possibility of more arrests as investigations widen.
