IRS officer's daughter found murdered in southeast Delhi's Amar Colony

New Delhi: A woman, daughter of a senior IRS officer, was found murdered at her residence in southeast Delhi's Amar Colony area, police said on Wednesday.

According to police, the victim was discovered by her family members inside the house under suspicious circumstances, following which the police were alerted.

A team rushed to the spot and initiated an investigation.

Preliminary inquiry suggests that the woman was sexually assaulted before being strangled to death using a mobile phone charger cable, sources said.

The victim, aged around 21, was alone at the time of the incident, he added.

Police suspect the involvement of a domestic help who used to work at the house before being fired over a month ago. He is said to be absconding, they added.

A case has been registered, and multiple teams have been formed. Further investigation is underway.