Karnataka Police have busted a gang involved in the murder of a physically challenged man, who they tried to portray as an accident victim to claim a Rs 5.20 crore insurance policy taken out in his name.

The accused had made all preparations to claim the money and even applied through a fake wife, said officials.

The case was reported from Vijayanagara district and came to light following a complaint by his real wife, Sharadamma, and subsequent police investigation.

Six people, including a woman who claimed to be the deceased’s wife, have been arrested.

The accused were identified as Huligemma, who posed as the wife; Krishnappa from Koppal; Ravi and Ajay from Hospet; and Riyaz and Yograj Singh.

The deceased was identified as 34-year-old Gangadhar, a native of Jeeraganur village in Kam

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