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Prosecutors rest their case in Naresh Bhatt murder trial

The prosecution concluded its evidence on November 2 after testimony from Mamta Kafle Bhatt's brother and forensic witnesses, NBC4 Washington reported.

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Prosecution concludes evidence

Prosecutors rested their case on November 2 in the murder trial of Naresh Bhatt, who is accused of killing his wife, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, in Northern Virginia in 2024.

Mamta's brother, Mahesh Kafle, was the final prosecution witness, according to NBC4 Washington. Bhatt faces first-degree murder and charges of concealing and defiling a body, FOX 5 DC reported. [2] [3]

Forensic witnesses testify

FOX 5's courtroom reporting described testimony about blood patterns in the bedroom and bathroom of the couple's home. Prosecutors also presented a saw that they said contained blood and hair fragments.

NBC4 reported that a forensic witness testified about DNA analysis of blood found on the bedroom carpet. Mahesh Kafle also testified about his sister's concerns during her marriage, the station reported. [2] [3]

Investigation began in 2024

Mamta failed to report for work at UVA Health Prince William Medical Center on August 1, 2024, according to FOX 5. Colleagues requested a welfare check the next day, and a missing-person report was filed on August 5.

City records confirm Naresh Bhatt's arrest on August 22, 2024, in connection with the investigation. Mamta's body has not been recovered, FOX 5 reported. [1] [2]

Sources & further reading

  1. January 7, 2025 governing body agenda — Mamta Kafle Bhatt investigation recognition, page 8 ↗City of Manassas Park · Date not stated · Primary source
  2. Mamta Kafle Bhatt's brother testifies on Day 15 of Naresh Bhatt murder trial ↗FOX 5 DC · 2026-11-02
  3. Prosecution rests in Naresh Bhatt trial after emotional testimony from Mamta's brother ↗NBC4 Washington · 2026-11-02
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