In court, an employee from the Pattanagere shed maintained he had no knowledge of the murder incident. Witness Puneeth MJ noted he departed after dinner and was informed of the murder through news outlets. The judge has postponed the hearing for additional cross-examination concerning his contradictory statements. Meanwhile, Darshan, who has been in custody since June 11, 2024, is seeking physiotherapy for his ongoing back pain as the trial unfolds.
