Elderly woman bravely survives brutal robbery in Banashankari; three arrested, one absconding

Bengaluru : A daring robbery in Banashankari 3rd Stage’s Syndicate Bank Colony has caught citywide attention after 65-year-old Kanakapushpamma narrowly escaped death by pretending to be dead when attackers stabbed her. The Banashankari police have arrested three accused, while one remains at large.
Kanakapushpamma lived with her son Rahul, who works in real estate. They had employed a domestic driver for household and transport duties. After working for four months, the driver, identified as Madival alias Madi, allegedly conspired to rob the house, recruiting two friends, Vitthal and Ganesh, for the plan.
On the night of the incident, the accused disguised themselves as Zomato delivery personnel and entered the house by force. Madival reportedly stabbed Kanakapushpamma twice on her neck. Displaying remarkable courage, she pretended to be dead, saving her life. The gang looted around ₹8.5 lakh in cash and fled, but the commotion alerted neighbors.
Local residents quickly informed the police, helping Ganesh get apprehended on the spot. Subsequent investigation led to the arrests of Madival and Vitthal, while the mastermind Madival is still evading capture.
Kanakapushpamma was immediately taken to a private hospital for treatment. Her condition is now stable, and hospital sources confirmed that she is recovering well. Police revealed that the accused knew the house layout and routines due to prior employment, which allowed them to plan the robbery meticulously.
The Banashankari police continue to interrogate the arrested men and are conducting operations to recover the stolen cash. Citizens have been urged to remain vigilant, verify the identity of anyone entering homes under the pretense of food delivery or courier services, and avoid letting strangers in unverified.
The elderly woman’s bravery and the timely intervention of neighbors prevented a major tragedy. Authorities have praised the swift police action, which has sent a strong message against growing robbery incidents in the city.