Elderly Woman Brutally Murdered in Vaishali Village; Police Probe Robbery Angle
A 70-year-old woman was discovered murdered with her throat slit at her residence in Raghopur village, located under the Judawanpur police station area of Vaishali district, on Monday. The victim, identified as Dajo Devi, wife of the late Dev Vilas Rai, had been residing alone for the past five years, making her vulnerable to such a heinous crime.
Police Suspect Robbery as Motive
Authorities are strongly considering robbery as the primary motive behind this gruesome murder. Key pieces of evidence supporting this theory include the disappearance of Dajo Devi's gold earrings and the keys she typically wore around her neck. These items were notably missing from the crime scene, pointing towards a possible theft-driven assault.
Family Alleges Threats from Anti-Social Elements
Dajo Devi's son, Sunil Rai, who lives in Ranchi with his brother, has raised serious allegations against local anti-social elements. He informed the police that these individuals, who frequently gathered near their house to drink, had threatened his mother on multiple occasions when she objected to their disruptive activities. This history of intimidation adds a layer of complexity to the investigation, suggesting potential personal vendettas alongside the robbery angle.
Discovery and Investigation Details
The murder came to light when neighbors, concerned after not seeing Dajo Devi, alerted Sunil Rai. Villagers rushed to the scene and found her body lying inside a room of the house. Sunil last visited his mother a week prior and spoke to her on Saturday evening; her phone was switched off thereafter, raising early alarms.
Judawanpur Station House Officer Abhishek Kumar Ojha reported that police recovered a blood-stained sickle from the spot, which is being examined as a potential weapon. The body has been sent to Hajipur Sadar Hospital for a post-mortem to determine the exact cause of death and gather forensic evidence.
Ongoing Police Efforts
Police are actively questioning locals and probing the case from multiple angles to uncover the truth. The investigation includes:
- Forensic Analysis: Examining the blood-stained sickle and other evidence from the crime scene.
- Witness Interviews: Speaking with neighbors and villagers to gather accounts of recent events.
- Background Checks: Investigating the alleged anti-social elements mentioned by the family.
- Robbery Inquiry: Tracking the missing gold earrings and keys to identify potential thieves.
This tragic incident highlights concerns about the safety of elderly individuals living alone in rural areas, prompting calls for increased community vigilance and police patrols.
