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The tragic discovery of the body of BM Mumthaz Ali, a prominent businessman and brother of former Karnataka legislator Mohiuddin Bava, has sent shockwaves through the community. Ali's lifeless form was found in the Phalguni River near Kulur in Mangaluru, a day after he was reported missing, adding another layer of complexity to this already somber case. The authorities confirmed that divers, following an extensive search operation, located the 52-year-old's body, prompting an immediate investigation to determine the cause of his death.
Ali, who held the esteemed position of chairman of the Misbah Group of Educational Institutions, was last seen in the early hours of Sunday morning. Prior to his disappearance, Ali sent a chilling voice message to his daughter and a close friend, revealing that he was being subjected to a vicious blackmail scheme orchestrated by a group of individuals. This harrowing revelation sheds light on the alleged motive behind his disappearance and subsequent demise. According to police officials, Ali was allegedly blackmailed by the group over an alleged illicit affair with a woman, resulting in a staggering Rs 50 lakh extortion and further demands for payment.
Following the discovery of Ali's body, the Mangaluru Police Department has filed an FIR against six individuals, including a woman, in connection with his death. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities focusing on establishing the nature of the alleged blackmail scheme and its potential link to Ali's untimely death. While the authorities have initiated a probe into the cause of death, they have added a section of abetment to suicide to the case, indicating a potential connection between the blackmail and Ali's passing. The six individuals named in the FIR are currently absconding, but the police are actively pursuing their apprehension.
The tragic demise of BM Mumthaz Ali raises serious concerns about the vulnerability of individuals to blackmail schemes, particularly in the context of illicit affairs. The investigation into his death will undoubtedly shed light on the dynamics of such schemes and the profound impact they can have on individuals and their families. The authorities are determined to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure that those responsible for Ali's death are held accountable for their actions.
Source: Brother of ex-Karnataka MLA found dead day after he went missing