Family of Harshita Brella Demands Justice as Manhunt for Suspected Murderer Continues
‘I’m here to fight for justice’: Harshita Brella’s family in UK as hunt continues for husband suspected of murder

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Harshita Brella, a 24-year-old Indian woman, was found dead in London in November 2024. Her family is in the UK advocating for justice as they seek to locate her husband, Pankaj Lamba, who is wanted for her murder and has fled to India. They criticize police handling of previous domestic abuse claims.
- 01Harshita Brella was discovered dead in the boot of a car in east London on November 14, 2024.
- 02Her husband, Pankaj Lamba, is charged with her murder and has fled to India.
- 03Brella's family believes police mishandled her domestic abuse claims, contributing to her death.
- 04The family has traveled from India to the UK to meet with law enforcement and advocate for justice.
- 05Northamptonshire police stated that the investigation remains ongoing despite the lack of recent updates.
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Harshita Brella, a 24-year-old Indian national, was found dead in the boot of a car in east London on November 14, 2024, prompting a manhunt for her husband, Pankaj Lamba, who is accused of her murder and has since fled to India. Brella's family, including her sister Sonia Dabas and parents, traveled from Delhi to Corby to engage with local MPs, police officials, and the media, seeking progress in the investigation. They expressed frustration over the Northamptonshire police's handling of Brella's previous domestic abuse claims, which they believe could have prevented her death. Brella had reported domestic violence and was under a protection order prior to her murder. The family criticized both UK and Delhi police for their perceived inaction, with Dabas stating that the Delhi police dismissed their concerns, claiming jurisdiction issues. Despite the challenges, Dabas remains resolute in her pursuit of justice for her sister, emphasizing the strength of familial love and the need for accountability in the police response to domestic violence.
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The case has raised awareness about domestic violence and police accountability in both the UK and India.
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