Rewa Man Ends Life After 17 Days On Run For Wife’s Murder

Daughter Witnessed Brutal Knife Attack

A man accused of stabbing his wife to death in front of their teenage daughter allegedly died by suicide on Thursday night, ending a 17-day-long manhunt. Police found the body of the accused, Deepak Mishra, in Pithampur, Dhar district, early on Friday morning.

Body Recovered From Pithampur

The development comes nearly two and a half weeks after the primary incident shook the Sagar locality. According to officials, Mishra had been evading arrest since April 7. Local police were alerted about a suspicious body, later identified as the absconding accused. No suicide note has been recovered from the spot yet.

Attack Happened Before Holi

The gruesome attack took place on the night of April 7. Officials said Mishra, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, attacked his wife, Shikha Mishra, with a kitchen knife. He inflicted multiple blows on her stomach and neck. The couple’s elder daughter, Disha, was present in the house and witnessed the assault on her mother.

Victim Died During Treatment

Shikha was rushed to Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in a critical condition. However, doctors could not save her. She succumbed to her injuries during treatment. The police registered a case of murder and launched a search for the husband, who had fled the spot immediately after the crime.

Affair, Instagram Led To Fights

According to officials familiar with the matter, a pattern of intense domestic friction had emerged. The Additional Superintendent of Police, Udit Mishra, told reporters that the wife’s family alleged the accused was involved in an extramarital relationship. “The couple used to quarrel frequently over this issue. The accused was also upset over his wife using Instagram actively. It became a recurring flashpoint,” an officer stated.

Police Probe Both Angles

Investigators are now verifying call records and social media activity. Preliminary findings suggest that a combination of the alleged affair and arguments over social media usage created a volatile atmosphere at home. The police have recorded statements from family members and neighbours. Authorities have not ruled out examining the minor daughter’s testimony about the night of the attack.

Autopsy Underway, Case Continues

The body of the accused has been sent for post-mortem examination. While the primary accused is dead, the police told this English news portal India that they will submit a final closure report before the court after completing all procedural formalities. Officials confirmed that no other family member has been named as an accomplice so far.

Authorities have urged citizens to report any history of domestic violence to local police stations. Counselling resources for families under stress are also being suggested by district social welfare bodies. Further updates are awaited as the forensic report comes in.

Elderly Woman Killed in Brutal Sword Attack Over Suspected Affair in Bilaspur

Chhattisgarh Horror: 65-year-old brutally murdered with sword, seven family members injured in suspected affair row

Gruesome Murder in Bilaspur

In a shocking incident, a 65-year-old woman was brutally murdered in Pendrawa village under Ratanpur police station limits in Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh. The victim, identified as Mudab Begum, was attacked with a sword, her throat slashed and eyes gouged out. The attack occurred on Wednesday evening, leaving seven other family members seriously injured.

Family Feud Turns Deadly

The assault stemmed from long-standing suspicion of an illicit relationship. Suresh Shrivastava and his two minor sons allegedly barged into the house of Sheikh Salim, an auto driver, armed with swords and knives. When they did not find Salim at home, they turned on the family members present, attacking whoever came in front.

According to eyewitness accounts from the injured, the attackers showed no mercy. A young granddaughter of the victim later recounted the horror, saying the assailants struck at anyone who appeared before them. The elderly woman was the first target, suffering fatal blows that included her throat being cut and eyes being removed.

Prior Police Complaint Ignored

The violence erupted just a day after the victim's family had approached Ratanpur police with a complaint. On Tuesday, relatives of Sheikh Salim had gone to Suresh Shrivastava's family to discuss the matter and seek an amicable resolution. During the meeting, one of Suresh's sons allegedly pulled out a knife and threatened to kill them, forcing the women to flee to the police station.

Sources indicated that police did not register their complaint immediately, citing the State Governor's programme in the area. Officers reportedly assured the complainants that they would visit the village later. This delay has now come under sharp criticism from the affected family, who claim the lapse allowed the situation to escalate into murder.

Background of the Dispute

Sheikh Salim, who drives an auto-rickshaw and ferries women from self-help groups, allegedly developed an illicit relationship with Suresh Shrivastava's wife. The affair reportedly led to Suresh's wife leaving him and obtaining a divorce three to four months ago. The dispute had been simmering for some time, with multiple verbal clashes and minor altercations reported between the two families earlier.

Accused Surrender Before Police

After carrying out the attack, Suresh Shrivastava and his two minor sons reportedly surrendered at the Ratanpur police station. The injured, including women and children, were rushed to the scene in vehicles and later shifted to Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Hospital (SIMS) in Bilaspur for treatment. Several victims, including a young man whose face was slashed, remain in critical condition.

The injured include Rehana Begum, Shahnaz Begum, Sheikh Suhana, Pari Parveen, Alisha Parveen, Sana Parveen, Sahista Parveen, and Sheikh Shabbir.

Senior Police Officers Reach Spot

Chhattisgarh police swung into action soon after the incident. Bilaspur SSP Rajnesh Singh and Additional SP (Rural) reached the village along with a team. Heavy police deployment has been made to maintain law and order as tension gripped the area. The situation is currently under control, with additional forces stationed as a precautionary measure.

Impact on Village and Community

The brutal nature of the crime has sent shock waves through the village and surrounding areas. Residents expressed fear and anger over both the violence and the alleged police inaction that preceded it. The involvement of minor boys in the attack has also raised serious questions about juvenile involvement in serious crimes.

Health officials at SIMS hospital said the condition of some injured remains critical, with multiple deep cut injuries requiring urgent surgical intervention.

What Next in the Case

Police have initiated a detailed investigation and registered a case of murder and attempt to murder against Suresh Shrivastava and his sons. Further questioning of the accused is underway to establish the sequence of events. Authorities have assured strict action and appealed for peace in the village.

The incident has once again highlighted concerns over rising family disputes turning violent and the need for prompt police response to prevent escalation. Local administration is monitoring the situation closely to avoid any communal tension in the sensitive area.