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Crime
Makeup artist killed in Pune's Moshi area, husband taken into custody
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 14 Oct 2026, 06:48 AM
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A makeup artist was found dead in Moshi, Pune, and police have arrested her husband on suspicion of involvement.
Police in Pune discovered the body of a female makeup artist in the Moshi neighbourhood on Tuesday, confirming that she had been murdered. Investigators quickly identified her husband as a prime suspect and placed him under arrest, citing evidence that linked him to the crime scene. The arrest was carried out by the city police after questioning the husband and conducting preliminary forensic checks. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the motive or the timeline of the incident, pending a formal investigation. The case is being treated as a homicide, and the police have urged anyone with additional information to come forward.
The victim, whose professional background was in makeup artistry, was known to work in the local entertainment and wedding sectors. While her name has not been released publicly, colleagues expressed shock at the sudden loss and called for swift justice. The husband, whose identity remains undisclosed, is currently being held at the Pune police station for further interrogation.
Law enforcement officials emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that they are following standard procedures to gather forensic evidence and statements from witnesses. The incident has raised concerns about safety in the Moshi area, prompting local residents to seek increased police patrolling. The case will be updated as more information becomes available.
The victim, whose professional background was in makeup artistry, was known to work in the local entertainment and wedding sectors. While her name has not been released publicly, colleagues expressed shock at the sudden loss and called for swift justice. The husband, whose identity remains undisclosed, is currently being held at the Pune police station for further interrogation.
Law enforcement officials emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that they are following standard procedures to gather forensic evidence and statements from witnesses. The incident has raised concerns about safety in the Moshi area, prompting local residents to seek increased police patrolling. The case will be updated as more information becomes available.