Honour Killing in Gonda: Woman Electrocuted by Father and Brother for Choosing Husband
In a shocking incident of suspected honour killing, a 21-year-old woman was electrocuted to death allegedly by her father and brother in Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh. The crime occurred after the woman insisted on marrying a man of her choice, defying her family's opposition.
Details of the Tragic Incident
According to police officials, the victim was a resident of Babapurwa Thorhans village in Gonda district. She had been in a relationship with a distant relative for nearly two years, and both intended to marry. However, her father, aged 52, and her 23-year-old brother were strongly opposed to this relationship.
On Saturday morning, the father-son duo attempted to persuade the woman to end her relationship. When she refused, they allegedly took her into a room and electrocuted her. Superintendent of Police for Gonda, Vineet Jaiswal, provided chilling details of the crime scene.
Brutal Methodology Revealed
The victim's hands were tied with a muffler to the leg of a wooden cot, and her mouth was gagged with her 'dupatta' before the accused administered electric shocks to her. This premeditated act demonstrates the calculated nature of the crime.
Initially, the family claimed that the woman had accidentally electrocuted herself. However, the woman's lover alleged that she had been murdered by her family members because they opposed the marriage. This discrepancy prompted a thorough police investigation.
Police Investigation and Arrests
Police teams, led by City Circle Officer Anand Kumar Rai and Kotwal Shamsher Singh, along with a forensic unit and dog squad, initiated a comprehensive investigation. The evidence gathered pointed toward foul play rather than an accident.
A murder case was registered against the woman's father and brother, and both were promptly arrested. During interrogation, they confessed to the crime, according to police statements. Investigators recovered crucial items used in the crime, including the muffler, dupatta, and electric cable from the house.
Broader Implications and Community Response
This tragic incident highlights the persistent issue of honour killings in certain regions, where family members resort to extreme violence to control marital choices. The case has drawn attention to the need for stronger enforcement of laws against such crimes and greater societal awareness.
Police officials have emphasized that such acts of violence will be dealt with strictly under the law. The investigation continues as authorities work to ensure justice for the victim and send a strong message against honour-based violence.
