SUSPICIOUS: CCTV footage shows a man carrying a bucket approaching Gajanan Damone’s house at 1.58am and leaving the place hurriedly
CCTV footage from Sept 15, allegedly shows a man carrying a bucket approaching Gajanan Damone’s house around 1.58am.
Belagavi City police commissioner Prakash Nikam said three special teams have been formed to probe the case. Initially believed to have been caused by an electrical short circuit followed by a refrigerator blast, the incident is now under renewed scrutiny. He is seen entering the area with the bucket and leaving hurriedly about two minutes later without it. A fire broke out in the house shortly thereafter and rapidly engulfed the building. The footage has prompted police to re-examine the case and investigate whether the bucket or any material linked to it played a role in the fire. Authorities are exploring all possible angles, including foul play.
Belagavi : The investigation into the devastating fire at Chavat Galli that claimed six members of the Damone family has taken a new turn after CCTV footage revealed the presence of a suspicious man shortly before the blaze erupted. The victims were identified as Ganga Damone, Priya Damone, Bharti Damone, Sharda Damone, Gajanan Damone and Roshan Damone, all of whom died in the fire.
officials said the exact cause of the fire will be determined only after the investigation and forensic examination are completed While the tragedy has sparked widespread grief across the city. Police are collecting additional evidence from the scene and awaiting forensic reports.