A 45-year-old woman in Bengaluru has tragically died after being set on fire, in a shocking incident stemming from a dispute over a marriage proposal. The victim, identified as Hemavathi, succumbed to her severe burn injuries on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at a private hospital where she was undergoing treatment.
The Fatal Dispute and Attack
The horrific event unfolded in the Kothanur area of Bengaluru. According to police reports, the conflict originated when Hemavathi rejected a marriage proposal for her daughter from a neighbour. The accused, Manjunath (48), allegedly harboured resentment after his proposal for his son was turned down by the woman's family.
The situation escalated dramatically on the evening of May 17, 2024. Police state that Manjunath confronted Hemavathi near her residence. In a brutal act of vengeance, he is accused of dousing her with a flammable liquid and setting her alight. Bystanders and family members rushed the critically injured woman to a nearby hospital, but the extensive burns proved fatal four days later.
Police Action and Legal Proceedings
The Kothanur police acted swiftly following the attack. They have registered a case and taken the accused, Manjunath, into custody. He now faces serious charges, which are expected to be upgraded following the victim's death. The investigation is ongoing to establish the complete sequence of events and gather all evidence.
This case highlights the extreme and violent consequences that can arise from personal disputes in communities. The local police have assured the public and the grieving family that they are pursuing the matter with utmost seriousness to ensure justice is served.
A Community in Mourning
The death of Hemavathi has sent shockwaves through the Kothanur neighbourhood and beyond. It serves as a grim reminder of the need for community mediation and legal recourse in resolving personal conflicts. The incident raises concerns about safety and the mechanisms available to prevent such tragic outcomes from domestic or neighbourly disagreements.
The family of the deceased is left devastated by the sudden and violent loss. The case continues to develop as legal proceedings move forward against the accused, with the police building their case for the prosecution.
