Police Launch International Manhunt for Husband After Wife’s Body Found in Car Boot
Body of Harshita Brella Discovered in East London
Police have launched a worldwide manhunt for Pankaj Lamba, the husband of Harshita Brella, after her body was found in the boot of a car in East London. Officers believe Lamba has fled the UK to avoid capture.
The tragic discovery came after Northamptonshire Police grew concerned when Brella failed to answer her door on Wednesday at her home on Skegness Walk, Corby. A missing person investigation was swiftly launched.
Investigation Underway at Multiple Locations
Her body was found the next day on Brisbane Road, Ilford – miles from her residence. A post-mortem at Leicester Royal Infirmary confirmed murder, but police have yet to reveal when and where the killing occurred.
Northamptonshire Police and the East Midlands Special Operations Major Crime Unit (EMSOU) are investigating at three key sites:
- Skegness Walk, Corby – Brella’s home address
- Sturton Walk, Corby – a linked second location
- Brisbane Road, Ilford – where the body was discovered
Police Urge Public to Help Track Down Suspect
The police have issued an urgent appeal for information on Lamba’s whereabouts. They say officers are working “around the clock” to get to the bottom of the tragedy.
Northamptonshire Police confirmed they were in contact with Brella before her death and have made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
“This is a deeply distressing case, and we are committed to ensuring justice for Ms. Brella and her loved ones. We urge anyone with information about the suspect’s movements or any other relevant details to come forward immediately.”
The force added that fast-track inquiries identified Lamba as a prime suspect, and his flight abroad has made the hunt more urgent and complex.
How You Can Help
Anyone with information on Pankaj Lamba or details about Harshita Brella’s murder should contact Northamptonshire Police on 101, quoting incident reference 24000678713.
Tips can also be given anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. Police stress that public support is crucial to solving this brutal case.
