Defense Attorney Shocks Court: Claims Missing Wife is Alive Amid Bloody Crime Scene!
In a dramatic turn of events, the defense attorney for Naresh Bhatt, a man accused of concealing his wife’s body, made a startling claim during a court hearing last Friday. Public defender Shalev Ben-Avraham sent shockwaves through the courtroom when he argued that Bhatt's wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, reported missing, is still alive.
The case, which has attracted widespread attention, revolves around 37-year-old Naresh Bhatt, who was arrested last month following a forensic search of his home. The search uncovered evidence of a violent struggle, leading to suspicions that Bhatt may have harmed his wife. However, in a shocking twist, Ben-Avraham revealed new evidence during the hearing, asking the court to review a video allegedly showing Mamta leaving her workplace with an unknown woman just days before she disappeared. According to him, this video suggests that Mamta may have planned to leave on her own and was not a victim of foul play.
The defense’s claim stunned the courtroom, particularly the supporters of the missing 28-year-old, who had gathered once again to seek justice for her. Mamta’s friends and family, however, remain unconvinced. Their primary argument? Mamta would never have willingly missed her daughter’s first birthday, a major milestone that she cherished deeply. This, they argue, is evidence that something terrible has happened to her.
Bina Khadkalama, a close friend of the missing woman, expressed her frustration following the hearing. "If Mamta is alive and hiding, why isn't her husband crying out for her? Why isn't he begging for help?" she asked angrily, her voice echoing the sentiments of many in the room. Her anger was compounded by Naresh’s silence in court, as he only spoke briefly to confirm his understanding of the Nepali interpreter.
The defense, however, remains focused on its strategy. Ben-Avraham argued that authorities misrepresented Bhatt's initial reaction to his wife's disappearance, suggesting that police had advised him to wait before filing a missing person’s report. He pushed for the release of documentation and videos that could prove this, in an effort to bolster his client's case.
Judge Carroll A. Weimer Jr. approved some of Ben-Avraham's requests for additional evidence but dismissed others. Prosecutors, led by Matthew Sweet, criticized the defense’s efforts as a “fishing expedition,” accusing them of delaying tactics to avoid more serious charges that could be filed soon.
The tension in the courtroom is only growing, with each side battling for control of the narrative. Prosecutors have painted Naresh as a calculating man who, months before his wife disappeared, searched online for how long one must wait to remarry after a spouse dies. They also allege that he purchased knives and cleaning supplies around the time Mamta vanished — further implicating him in what they believe was a violent crime.
As the case moves forward, divisions are deepening not just in the courtroom, but also among the couple's friends and family. Disputes over the custody of their child, fundraising efforts, and lingering suspicions about the marriage have caused rifts among those searching for Mamta. Meanwhile, her supporters are frustrated by the slow pace of the investigation, with community-led search efforts stalling amid growing tensions.
For now, the case remains in limbo, with both sides awaiting crucial evidence, including GPS data from Naresh Bhatt's Tesla and further forensic results. As rumors swirl and emotions run high, one thing is clear: the search for justice for Mamta Kafle Bhatt is far from over.
Mamta Kafle Bhatt
