Family of Corby murder victim Harshita renews call for justice as suspect remains at large

On the second anniversary of the death of Harshita Brella, her family has renewed their appeal for information on the whereabouts of Pankaj Lamba - Harshita’s estranged husband - the man wanted in connection with her murder.

Harshita’s sister, Sonia Dabas, has also appealed to the UK authorities and police to deliver justice

She said: “Two years have passed, but our pain and our longing for Harshita have never faded. Our lives and our family feel incomplete without her.

“We don't know how to live with this emptiness; happiness has disappeared from our lives.

“We strongly appeal to the UK authorities and police - please deliver justice to my sister. What happened under your protection must not remain unanswered. If you could not protect her then, please help deliver justice now.

“Our fight will continue until justice is served. Please stand with us and help us get justice for Harshita.”

Despite a reward of 100,000 Indian Rupees (approximately £800) announced by Indian police, there has been no trace of him.

Matthew Gold, the solicitor of Gold Jennings representing the family, recently travelled to India to meet Harshita’s family and review the progress of the Indian Police’s investigation.

The family and their legal team remain committed to ensuring that the suspect is located and brought before a court.

Matthew Gold, of Gold Jenning Solicitors representing the family, said: “My recent visit allowed me to meet the family and take stock of where matters stand in India.

“This family has shown extraordinary dignity and resolve. A suspect has now evaded justice for two years and that is unacceptable.

“We urge the authorities in India and the UK to intensify their efforts and to make full use of every legal and diplomatic channel to secure his arrest and return. We also appeal to the public: if you have any information, please come forward.”

Harshita was found dead on November 14, 2024 in the boot of a car in Ilford, east London. Northamptonshire Police believe she was killed in Corby on November 10, 2024. Mr Lamba, who has been charged with murder, rape, sexual assault and controlling or coercive behaviour, is alleged to have fled the UK for India shortly after.

He has not been tried or convicted of any offence.

Media reports have traced Mr Lamba in Gurgaon, near Delhi. He was reportedly captured on CCTV withdrawing a large sum of cash from a bank there in March 2025 and was later reported to have been running a small shop in the area. Despite the reward on offer, he has not been located.

Anyone with information on Pankaj Lamba’s whereabouts should contact their local police, or Delhi/Haryana Police or Northamptonshire Police.

Northamptonshire Rights & Equality Council is continuing to raise funds to help bring Harshita Brella’s family to the UK for a second visit to meet with the authorities.

While in the UK, the family hopes to launch a campaign at the House of Commons, bringing together MPs and supporters to keep attention on Harshita’s case and support efforts to bring Pankaj Lamba into custody.

To donate go to localgiving.org/fundraising/Justice4Harshita2026.