A 21-year-old woman in Ludhiana endured a brutal assault, resulting in three broken teeth and a fractured jaw, after her neighbor allegedly attacked her on her rooftop for blocking his phone number. The incident occurred in the Prem Nagar area, prompting a police manhunt for the suspect, identified as Abhishek, a bank employee.
Details of the Incident
According to investigators, the suspect, originally from Barnala, had befriended the woman after renting a nearby accommodation. Their relationship turned sour when he began pressuring her into marriage. After she rejected his proposal and blocked his number, tensions escalated.
In her police complaint, the woman stated that on May 26, while collecting laundry from her rooftop, the suspect ambushed her without provocation. He allegedly used an iron kada, a traditional heavy metal bracelet, to strike her repeatedly in the face. The assault only stopped when she screamed for help, causing the assailant to flee.
Police Response
Sub-inspector Gurdev Singh confirmed that a first-information report has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, charging the suspect with house trespass, voluntarily causing hurt, and criminal intimidation. Raids are underway to apprehend the suspect.
This shocking incident highlights the dangers women face even in their own homes. The victim is receiving medical treatment and is in stable condition. Authorities urge anyone with information about Abhishek's whereabouts to come forward.
