Woman and mother detained in brutal murder of husband in East Medinipur

A 35-year-old man was found dead in his home in Potashpur, East Medinipur, in the early hours of Tuesday. His wife, who was lying beside him, screamed for help, prompting neighbors to rush to the scene. Upon entering the house, they discovered the man’s body covered in blood. The wife, visibly distressed, kept shouting, "They came and killed him," but could not clarify who "they" were. Her conflicting statements raised doubts among the neighbors, leading to suspicions about her involvement.

The victim, who had previously been married, had separated from his first wife several years ago. After the divorce, he entered into a relationship with another woman, who was also married, and began living with her at a house about a kilometer away. Police believe that the man was murdered, with his throat slit. However, the exact details of the crime are still under investigation.

The murder took place during the night when a local fair was being held near the house. The fair’s noise may have drowned out any sounds of the crime. After hearing the wife’s screams, neighbors immediately contacted the police. Upon arrival, the authorities found the victim’s body lying in a pool of blood. The wife and her mother were detained for questioning based on their inconsistent statements.

The police are investigating the motive behind the murder. While the wife claimed that an intruder killed her husband, the conflicting nature of her account has raised suspicion. Investigators are also looking into the possibility of a domestic dispute or another underlying reason for the crime. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected as police continue their inquiries.