Three people are now in custody in relation to the alleged murder of 40 year old Nadawa crane operator, Shalesh Prakash.

Divisional Crime Officer Eastern, ASP Arthur White confirms that the three also include Prakash's wife.

According to ASP White two other people were taken into custody last night after some critical information was given to them by Prakash's wife who is in custody since Monday night.

He said they cannot reveal the motive behind the killing as some other people are also being investigated.

Police are awaiting the post mortem report after which charges are likely to be laid.