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Friend of accused Chetan arrested in Ketan murder case linked to Lohagad Fort incident
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 06 Sep 2026, 01:22 AM
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Police have detained the friend of suspect Chetan in connection with the Ketan murder that occurred at Lohagad Fort about two and a half months ago, and are probing his role in the crime.
Mumbai police announced the arrest of a man identified as a close associate of Chetan, who is already facing charges in the murder of Ketan. The suspect was taken into custody after investigators linked him to the crime scene at Lohagad Fort, located near Lonavala, where the killing took place roughly 75 days ago.
According to officials, the arrested individual is alleged to have assisted Chetan in planning or facilitating the attack, although the exact nature of his involvement remains under investigation. Detectives have seized his mobile phone and other electronic devices for forensic analysis to trace communications and movements around the time of the incident.
The police have not disclosed the name of the arrested friend, citing procedural reasons, but confirmed that the arrest was made following a series of interrogations and corroborative evidence gathered from witnesses and surveillance footage near the fort. The investigation is now focusing on establishing a broader conspiracy, if any, and determining whether additional accomplices are involved.
Authorities have urged anyone with further information about the case to come forward, emphasizing that the probe is ongoing and that more arrests could follow as the forensic examination progresses.
The Ketan murder case has drawn significant public attention, given the location's popularity among trekkers and the brutal nature of the crime. Law enforcement officials reiterated their commitment to delivering justice and ensuring the safety of visitors to heritage sites such as Lohagad Fort.
According to officials, the arrested individual is alleged to have assisted Chetan in planning or facilitating the attack, although the exact nature of his involvement remains under investigation. Detectives have seized his mobile phone and other electronic devices for forensic analysis to trace communications and movements around the time of the incident.
The police have not disclosed the name of the arrested friend, citing procedural reasons, but confirmed that the arrest was made following a series of interrogations and corroborative evidence gathered from witnesses and surveillance footage near the fort. The investigation is now focusing on establishing a broader conspiracy, if any, and determining whether additional accomplices are involved.
Authorities have urged anyone with further information about the case to come forward, emphasizing that the probe is ongoing and that more arrests could follow as the forensic examination progresses.
The Ketan murder case has drawn significant public attention, given the location's popularity among trekkers and the brutal nature of the crime. Law enforcement officials reiterated their commitment to delivering justice and ensuring the safety of visitors to heritage sites such as Lohagad Fort.