An Indian national accused of killing his 19-year-old girlfriend in Arizona was arrested in Germany after allegedly fleeing the United States on a flight bound for Europe, according to authorities. Investigators are also examining his alleged history of violence and reports that the victim had been planning to end their relationship. The suspect, 20-year-old Varun Batchigari, is accused of first-degree murder in the death of college student Julissa Rubi Salazar. Salazar was found dead inside her apartment near the University of Arizona in Tucson on Thursday, according to reports.<h2>Suspect allegedly fled Arizona after girlfriend's death</h2>According to the Tucson Police Department, as cited by the New York Post, officers responded to Salazar's apartment at around 4pm after her family requested a welfare check. Police found the 19-year-old unresponsive inside the apartment, with investigators reporting that she had signs of trauma. Investigators subsequently identified Batchigari, Salazar's boyfriend, as the primary suspect. According to KOLD, police believe he took Salazar's phone and credit cards and sent a series of messages to her mother, prompting further concern among her family.&nbsp;Authorities later determined that Batchigari had travelled to Tucson International Airport, where he boarded a flight to Houston. From Houston, he reportedly took another flight to Berlin, Germany. Investigators believe the 20-year-old was attempting to return to India. After an arrest warrant was issued, Arizona authorities worked with federal officials to have Batchigari detained in Germany, according to the Tucson Police Department. He is expected to be extradited to Arizona, where he will be booked into the Pima County Adult Detention Complex on a first-degree murder charge.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/snipers-nsg-anti-drone-systems-inside-delhi-s-massive-red-fort-security-plan-ahead-of-independence-day-1786270573200">Snipers, NSG, anti-drone systems: Inside Delhi’s massive Red Fort security plan ahead of Independence Day</a><h2>‘Girlfriend was planning to break up’</h2>Investigators are also examining allegations concerning Batchigari's past and his relationship with Salazar. According to KOLD, Salazar had reportedly been planning to end her relationship with Batchigari after he allegedly sexually assaulted her in the past. Her roommates also told investigators that they heard loud screaming coming from Salazar's room for several minutes on August 5, just days before she was found dead.&nbsp;The roommates reportedly sent Salazar messages asking whether she was alright. They allegedly received a response saying she was fine and that she and Batchigari had only been arguing. Another woman interviewed by investigators allegedly told police that Batchigari had sexually assaulted her on Halloween. She reportedly did not report the alleged incident at the time. The allegations have not resulted in a conviction, and Batchigari remains accused of the crimes described in the reports.<h2>Batchigari's alleged troubled history</h2>Batchigari had reportedly been studying business analytics at the University of Arizona before being expelled following a fight, KOLD reported. He was also allegedly involved in a domestic violence-related case and was facing an open criminal case involving an accusation that he knowingly caused injury.&nbsp;Records reviewed by the New York Post reportedly show that the assault case was filed in Pima County Court on May 26. Authorities and reports are also examining Batchigari's recent personal circumstances. He had reportedly lost his job, leaving him struggling to pay his rent and potentially putting his visa status at risk.

Indian national Varun Batchigari was arrested in Germany over the alleged murder of 19-year-old Julissa Rubi Salazar in Arizona

An Indian national accused of killing his 19-year-old girlfriend in Arizona was arrested in Germany after allegedly fleeing the United States on a flight bound for Europe, according to authorities. Investigators are also examining his alleged history of violence and reports that the victim had been planning to end their relationship. The suspect, 20-year-old Varun Batchigari, is accused of first-degree murder in the death of college student Julissa Rubi Salazar. Salazar was found dead inside her apartment near the University of Arizona in Tucson on Thursday, according to reports. Suspect allegedly fled Arizona after girlfriend's death According to the Tucson Police Department, as cited by the New York Post, officers responded to Salazar's apartment at around 4pm after her family requested a welfare check. Police found the 19-year-old unresponsive inside the apartment, with investigators reporting that she had signs of trauma. Investigators subsequently identified Batchigari, Salazar's boyfriend, as the primary suspect. According to KOLD, police believe he took Salazar's phone and credit cards and sent a series of messages to her mother, prompting further concern among her family. Authorities later determined that Batchigari had travelled to Tucson International Airport, where he boarded a flight to Houston. From Houston, he reportedly took another flight to Berlin, Germany. Investigators believe the 20-year-old was attempting to return to India. After an arrest warrant was issued, Arizona authorities worked with federal officials to have Batchigari detained in Germany, according to the Tucson Police Department. He is expected to be extradited to Arizona, where he will be booked into the Pima County Adult Detention Complex on a first-degree murder charge. Also Read: Snipers, NSG, anti-drone systems: Inside Delhi’s massive Red Fort security plan ahead of Independence Day ‘Girlfriend was planning to break up’ Investigators are also examining allegations concerning Batchigari's past and his relationship with Salazar. According to KOLD, Salazar had reportedly been planning to end her relationship with Batchigari after he allegedly sexually assaulted her in the past. Her roommates also told investigators that they heard loud screaming coming from Salazar's room for several minutes on August 5, just days before she was found dead. The roommates reportedly sent Salazar messages asking whether she was alright. They allegedly received a response saying she was fine and that she and Batchigari had only been arguing. Another woman interviewed by investigators allegedly told police that Batchigari had sexually assaulted her on Halloween. She reportedly did not report the alleged incident at the time. The allegations have not resulted in a conviction, and Batchigari remains accused of the crimes described in the reports. Batchigari's alleged troubled history Batchigari had reportedly been studying business analytics at the University of Arizona before being expelled following a fight, KOLD reported. He was also allegedly involved in a domestic violence-related case and was facing an open criminal case involving an accusation that he knowingly caused injury. Records reviewed by the New York Post reportedly show that the assault case was filed in Pima County Court on May 26. Authorities and reports are also examining Batchigari's recent personal circumstances. He had reportedly lost his job, leaving him struggling to pay his rent and potentially putting his visa status at risk.

An Indian student was arrested in Germany over the alleged killing of his 19-year-old girlfriend in Arizona on Thursday (August 7)

Arizona murder case: Indian student accused of killing girlfriend arrested in Germany

According to authorities, University of Arizona police were compelled to use tear gas or another chemical munition to break up anti-Israel demonstrations on campus.

The University of Arizona Police said that there was an unlawful gathering at University Park early on Friday morning, advising individuals to "leave immediately" or "avoid the area" completely.

Subsequently, the police department said on X that they used "chemical munition" to clear the gathering.

"Police instructing unlawful assembly to disperse. Chemical munitions deployed. Avoid the area &amp; follow directions of police," they tweeted on X.

"The University of Arizona Police Department is enforcing our campus use policy to remove an unauthorized encampment. A structure made from wooden pallets and other debris was erected on campus property after 5 p.m. in violation of the policy. University officials issued warnings to remove the encampment and disperse. The warnings were ignored," a statement from the college read.

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The statement further stated that in order to safeguard the campus, students, professors, visitors, and university activities, University President Robert C Robbins has implemented a zero-tolerance enforcement strategy.

"Anyone found in violation of the law faces arrest and legal action. To guarantee the security of those attending the Centennial Hall convocation, university officials have taken steps," the statement added.

This came after the riot gear-clad police raid on an anti-Israel camp in Tucson, where they detained many individuals early on Wednesday.

At that time, school administrators were instructed by President Robert Robbins to "immediately enforce campus use policies."

Republican senator from Arizona's 17th District, Justine Wadsack, demanded "mass arrests" in response to the "disorderly" protest.

When questioned by a user of X about whether the demonstrators were "committing actual crimes," she said that many individuals had attacked law enforcement.

Participants, according to her, were "trespassing" and "committing disorderly conduct."

"This is not a peaceful protest when they are trespassing, stealing fencing for barriers, committing disorderly conduct, assaulting police by throwing frozen water bottles at their heads, spraying people with a mixture of CocaCola &amp; yeast while shooting off fireworks!" Wadsack tweeted.

(With inputs from agencies)

According to authorities, University of Arizona police were compelled to use tear gas or another chemical munition to break up anti-Israel demonstrations on campus.

According to authorities, University of Arizona police were compelled to use tear gas or another chemical munition to break up anti-Israel demonstrations on campus. The University of Arizona Police said that there was an unlawful gathering at University Park early on Friday morning, advising individuals to "leave immediately" or "avoid the area" completely. Subsequently, the police department said on X that they used "chemical munition" to clear the gathering. "Police instructing unlawful assembly to disperse. Chemical munitions deployed. Avoid the area & follow directions of police," they tweeted on X. "The University of Arizona Police Department is enforcing our campus use policy to remove an unauthorized encampment. A structure made from wooden pallets and other debris was erected on campus property after 5 p.m. in violation of the policy. University officials issued warnings to remove the encampment and disperse. The warnings were ignored," a statement from the college read. Also read: Hilary Clinton calls US pro-Palestinian protesters 'ignorant' of Middle East history The statement further stated that in order to safeguard the campus, students, professors, visitors, and university activities, University President Robert C Robbins has implemented a zero-tolerance enforcement strategy. "Anyone found in violation of the law faces arrest and legal action. To guarantee the security of those attending the Centennial Hall convocation, university officials have taken steps," the statement added. This came after the riot gear-clad police raid on an anti-Israel camp in Tucson, where they detained many individuals early on Wednesday. At that time, school administrators were instructed by President Robert Robbins to "immediately enforce campus use policies." Republican senator from Arizona's 17th District, Justine Wadsack, demanded "mass arrests" in response to the "disorderly" protest. When questioned by a user of X about whether the demonstrators were "committing actual crimes," she said that many individuals had attacked law enforcement. Participants, according to her, were "trespassing" and "committing disorderly conduct." "This is not a peaceful protest when they are trespassing, stealing fencing for barriers, committing disorderly conduct, assaulting police by throwing frozen water bottles at their heads, spraying people with a mixture of CocaCola & yeast while shooting off fireworks!" Wadsack tweeted. (With inputs from agencies)

University of Arizona Police use 'chemical munitions' to disperse student protesters

A man has been taken into custody after he allegedly killed a professor on the University of Arizona main campus on Wednesday (October 6).

At a press conference held later, the police chief said that the suspect, Murad Dervis, 46, was arrested by the police in the evening around 5 pm after being spotted near Gila Bend.

The chief went on to say that the department received a call around 2&nbsp;pm&nbsp;reporting that Dervis, a former student of the university, had been seen in the building. Dervis was, however, not allowed in the building, so the caller wanted him to be let out by law enforcement.&nbsp;

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The department later received two separate calls for a person being shot dead in the building. Upon reaching the site, the police witnessed the shooter running out of the main doors. The man shot was identified as a professor who was later found dead in the emergency room.&nbsp;The students and faculty present at the site and even the entire campus were asked to either leave the campus or go back to their dorms.

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The University President later identified the professor as Dr. Thomas Meixner, head of the Department of Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences. He expressed his condolences to the professor's family. Fox News reported him saying, "I have no words that can undo it, but I grieve with you for the loss, and I am pained, especially for Tom’s family members, colleagues, and students. I encourage you to have compassion for one another and to care for yourselves and those around you during this difficult time."&nbsp;

As per details, the professor was shot dead in an office. However, only a few details were disclosed about the incident. The relationship between the professor and the shooter has yet to be disclosed.

(With inputs from agencies)

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A man has been taken into custody after he allegedly killed a professor on the University of Arizona main campus on Wednesday (October 6). At a press conference held later, the police chief said that the suspect, Murad Dervis, 46, was arrested by the police in the evening around 5 pm after being spotted near Gila Bend.

A man has been taken into custody after he allegedly killed a professor on the University of Arizona main campus on Wednesday (October 6). At a press conference held later, the police chief said that the suspect, Murad Dervis, 46, was arrested by the police in the evening around 5 pm after being spotted near Gila Bend. The chief went on to say that the department received a call around 2 pm reporting that Dervis, a former student of the university, had been seen in the building. Dervis was, however, not allowed in the building, so the caller wanted him to be let out by law enforcement. Also read | Arizona can enforce near-total abortion ban as court lifts decades-old injunction The department later received two separate calls for a person being shot dead in the building. Upon reaching the site, the police witnessed the shooter running out of the main doors. The man shot was identified as a professor who was later found dead in the emergency room. The students and faculty present at the site and even the entire campus were asked to either leave the campus or go back to their dorms. Also read | Amid tensions with China, Arizona governor Doug Ducey arrives in Taipei The University President later identified the professor as Dr. Thomas Meixner, head of the Department of Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences. He expressed his condolences to the professor's family. Fox News reported him saying, "I have no words that can undo it, but I grieve with you for the loss, and I am pained, especially for Tom’s family members, colleagues, and students. I encourage you to have compassion for one another and to care for yourselves and those around you during this difficult time." As per details, the professor was shot dead in an office. However, only a few details were disclosed about the incident. The relationship between the professor and the shooter has yet to be disclosed. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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