Horrific Crime in Kalaburagi: Husband Murders Wife, Runs Over Body with Car
A shocking and brutal murder has sent shockwaves through the Kalaburagi district of Karnataka. In a horrific incident near Balurgi village in Afazalpur taluk, a man allegedly slit his wife's throat with a sharp weapon and then drove his car over her body. The crime occurred on Thursday, leaving the local community and authorities in disbelief.
Victim and Perpetrator Identified
The victim has been identified as Saheli, a 26-year-old woman originally from Baramati in Maharashtra. Her husband, Akshaya, is the prime suspect in this gruesome murder. According to preliminary reports, the couple had embarked on a journey by car from Baramati, Maharashtra, heading towards Devalagapur in Afazalpur taluk.
Details of the Gruesome Incident
The tragedy unfolded when Akshaya stopped the car near the main road on the outskirts of Balurgi village. In a chilling act, he allegedly used a sharp weapon to slit his wife's throat. To compound the horror, he then drove the vehicle over her body, ensuring her death. What makes this case even more disturbing is that the murder took place in the middle of the road, in plain sight.
Bystanders' Shocking Response
In a deeply troubling aspect of this incident, motorists driving by reportedly stood and watched as the crime was being committed, instead of intervening to stop it. Even more alarming, it has emerged that some individuals captured this terrifying scene on their mobile phones. A video of the incident has since gone viral on social media platforms, sparking widespread outrage and debate about public apathy.
Police Investigation Underway
Upon hearing the news, a team of senior police officials, including SP Addur Srinivasalu, Afazalpur CPI, PSI and staff, along with forensic experts such as the dog squad and fingerprint specialists, visited the crime scene to conduct a thorough investigation. The exact motive behind this brutal murder has not yet been ascertained. Police sources indicate that the reason will only be known after a comprehensive investigation is completed.
Legal Proceedings Initiated
A formal case has been registered at the Afzalapur police station. Authorities are working diligently to gather evidence, analyze the viral video, and interview witnesses to piece together the events leading up to this tragedy. The police are also looking into the role of the bystanders and their failure to act during the crime.
This incident highlights severe issues of domestic violence and public safety, raising urgent questions about societal responses to such emergencies. The community and law enforcement are now grappling with the aftermath, seeking justice for Saheli and answers to prevent such horrors in the future.
