New Delhi, June 12 -- A woman advocate, along with her live-in partner, has been arrested in connection with the alleged murder of her five-year-old daughter, days after they were named as accused in the case, police said on Friday.

The woman, identified as 39-year-old Priyanka, was taken into custody from a homestay in Sakleshpur on Thursday after evading authorities for several days. Police also announced the suspension of three officers - an inspector, a sub-inspector and a constable - citing shortcomings in the initial investigation.

Priyanka's live-in partner, Mohan G, who is considered the prime accused, had already been arrested soon after an FIR was filed based on a complaint lodged by the child's father. Both Priyanka and Mohan...