The husband of a missing mother Mamta Kafle Bhatt has been arrested and charged in connection with her disappearance, which has sparked widespread concern and community support.
Naresh Bhatt, 37, was taken into custody on Thursday morning, hours after being identified as a person of interest in the disappearance of his wife, 28-year-old Mamta Kafle Bhatt. Bhatt faces felony charges related to the concealment of a dead body, according to authorities.
Mamta Kafle Bhatt, an immigrant from Nepal, was last seen on July 31st. The couple has a 1-year-old daughter who is currently in the care of the Department of Social Services.
Police are continuing their investigation into Kafle Bhatt’s disappearance and have not ruled out the possibility of additional charges. The arrest comes after authorities executed a search warrant at the family’s home on Wednesday evening.
The disappearance of Mamta Kafle Bhatt has garnered significant attention and community support. Immigration attorney Bandits Sharma-Dahal is working with Kafle Bhatt’s family in Nepal to arrange for her mother to come to the United States and care for the couple’s child.
Sharma-Dahal highlighted the challenges faced by many immigrants who are victims of abuse and may struggle to seek help. She emphasized the importance of community support and understanding for those in such situations.
Holly Wirth, a former co-worker of Kafle Bhatt, expressed shock and sadness over the arrest. She noted that the focus of the community’s efforts has shifted from rescuing Mamta to supporting her daughter and seeking justice for her.
The arrest of Naresh Bhatt comes after weeks of investigation and numerous leads. Police have executed over 10 search warrants and conducted hundreds of interviews in connection with the case. The community has expressed frustration and disappointment over the length of time it has taken to make progress in the investigation.
