According to reports, the man, who worked as a former sanitation employee with the Dharmasthala temple administration, approached the local police station as well as the Superintendent of Police and admitted that he had been forced to bury several bodies of women, including schoolgirls, who were raped and murdered in Dharmasthala and surrounding areas between 1998 and 2014, under threat of severe consequences.

Claiming to be tormented by guilt, he expressed willingness to share detailed information about the individuals involved and the exact burial sites—if his safety is guaranteed.

Following this unusual and grave confession, police registered a case under Section 211(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for failing to report information in a prescribed manner and time. Authorities added that the court’s approval was obtained prior to registering the case at Dharmasthala Police Station on July 5.

In a statement to the media, police officials confirmed that they are pursuing the matter with seriousness and have initiated further legal procedures. The man’s identity remains protected, and law enforcement has assured that no personal details will be revealed.

The case has caused a stir across the state, raising questions about a potentially wider network of crimes hidden beneath the surface in the region. More details are expected to emerge as the investigation deepens.