Woman Arrested for Killing Co-Wife, Faking Robbery in Hyderabad

A 44-year-old woman has been arrested by Akkannapeta police for allegedly killing her co-wife and then attempting to stage the crime as a robbery at their residence in Manchineella Banda village, Siddipet, on Friday. The accused has been identified as B Radha.

Details of the Incident

According to Siddipet commissioner of police Rashmi Perumal, the deceased, B Rajyalakshmi, 52, was found seriously injured at her home on Thursday night. Her gold necklace was reported missing, initially suggesting a robbery. Rajyalakshmi's husband, B Kanakayya, 52, works as an agricultural labourer. On the night of the incident, Kanakayya had reportedly gone to Katlur village for work. Later that night, he was informed that unidentified persons had attacked his wife and fled after stealing her 3.5-tola gold chain.

Victim's Death and Initial Investigation

The victim was rushed to Husnabad government hospital, where she succumbed to head injuries while undergoing treatment. Based on Kanakayya's complaint, a case was registered. During the investigation, police discovered that tensions had been escalating in the household for some time, with repeated arguments between Radha and Rajyalakshmi. On the night of the incident, another quarrel is believed to have taken place.

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How the Crime Was Committed

Police said Radha attacked Rajyalakshmi with a stick while she was asleep. After the attack, she attempted to make the crime appear as a robbery by hiding the gold necklace and raising an alarm. The police investigation revealed the truth, leading to Radha's arrest.

Legal Proceedings

Police have remanded Radha to judicial custody and registered a case against her under Section 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Further investigation is underway to uncover all details of the case.