Naresh Bhatt convicted of murder in death of wife Mamta Kafle Bhatt

A jury found Naresh Bhatt guilty of first-degree murder, concealing a dead body, and defiling a dead body in the July 2024 death and disappearance of his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt.

Defense rests in Naresh Bhatt murder trial after defendant testifies about finding his wife’s body

The defense rested its case on Monday in the Naresh Bhatt murder trial after calling the defendant back to the stand to testify about his internet search history and the discovery of his wife’s body.

Naresh Bhatt testifies he dismembered wife's body after finding her dead in bedroom

Naresh Bhatt testified Thursday that he dismembered his wife's body after finding her dead on their bedroom floor, stopping when he lacked the strength to continue.

Naresh Bhatt takes stand in murder trial over death of wife

Naresh Bhatt, the man accused of killing and dismembering his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, took the stand Wednesday in his own murder trial.

Mamta Kafle Bhatt’s brother testifies on Day 15 of Naresh Bhatt murder trial

Mamta Kafle Bhatt’s brother took the stand Monday in the murder trial of her husband, Naresh Bhatt, testifying about concerns for his sister’s safety in her marriage.

Naresh Bhatt murder trial continues Thursday after jurors see digital search evidence

The murder trial of Naresh Bhatt continued Thursday following the presentation of digital forensic evidence on Wednesday showing internet searches conducted months before his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, disappeared in 2024.

Reptile educators bring giant snakes and exotic lizards to the studio
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Reptile educators Nick and Josh visit the studio with a fascinating collection of animal ambassadors—including a 70-pound Burmese python, a rhino iguana, and a boa constrictor—to show why these creatures are far less scary than their reputation suggests. They debunk common myths surrounding invasive species, demonstrate the proper way to handle scales, and share how families can interact with their reptiles at Manassas Mall in Virginia.

Naresh Bhatt trial Day 13: Disturbing searches, trash compactor video shown
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Jurors in the trial of Naresh Bhatt reviewed chilling search queries and surveillance footage presented by prosecutors regarding the disappearance of his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt. Digital evidence revealed searches about what happens when a spouse disappears, meat cutting tools, and even donating an infant, alongside video showing Bhatt dumping bags into trash compactors while wearing gloves. The defense challenged the findings, arguing the lack of exact timestamps prevents investigators from determining when or why the searches were made.

Internet searches revealed on Day 13 of Naresh Bhatt murder trial

Jurors in the murder trial of Naresh Bhatt were presented with digital forensic evidence on Wednesday, revealing internet searches conducted months before his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, disappeared in 2024.

Cell phone, vehicle tracking data presented in Naresh Bhatt murder trial

Cell phone and vehicle tracking records were presented in Naresh Bhatt’s murder trial Tuesday. Naresh is accused of killing and dismembering his wife, 28-year-old Mamta Kafle Bhatt.

Manassas Park schools reopen Tuesday after loaded gun found on campus, teacher arrested

Students in Manassas Park City Schools return to class Tuesday after officials closed all schools Monday following the discovery of a loaded handgun in a campus parking lot which led to the arrest of a high school teacher.

Manassas Park City teacher arrested after loaded handgun found in middle school parking lot

Manassas Park City Schools closed all campuses on Monday, Oct. 26, after a transportation employee discovered a loaded handgun in a middle school parking lot, prompting an active police investigation, officials said.

Naresh Bhatt trial focuses on saw evidence and Tesla data Wednesday

Wednesday’s testimony in Naresh Bhatt’s trial focused on a saw turned over to police by a contractor and investigators’ review of phone records and Tesla data.

Human trafficking victims found, 3 people charged in Virginia prostitution bust

Human trafficking victims were found and six Northern Virginia businesses were shuttered following a police operation targeting prostitution-related offenses.

Mother, friend of Mamta Kafle Bhatt testify in her husband Naresh Bhatt’s murder trial

Testimony continued Thursday in the trial of Naresh Bhatt, the Manassas Park man accused of murdering and dismembering his wife, 28-year-old pediatric nurse Mamta Kafle Bhatt.