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Crime
Bengal man arrested at temple with wife's severed head amid marital disputes
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 11:38 AM
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A man in Bengal was arrested while carrying his wife's severed head from a temple, with neighbors citing long-standing marital discord as the motive.
Police in Bengal have arrested a man who was found carrying the severed head of his wife near a local temple. The incident has shocked the community, with authorities launching an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crime.
According to reports, the suspect was apprehended while in possession of the body part, leading to his swift detention. Law enforcement officials are currently securing the area and gathering forensic evidence to establish the timeline of events.
Neighbors of the couple have alleged that the incident was rooted in severe marital discord. They stated that the couple had been involved in frequent arguments prior to the tragedy, suggesting a history of domestic tension.
The police are now working to determine the exact cause of death and the specific details of the assault. Further legal proceedings are expected as the case moves into the judicial phase.
According to reports, the suspect was apprehended while in possession of the body part, leading to his swift detention. Law enforcement officials are currently securing the area and gathering forensic evidence to establish the timeline of events.
Neighbors of the couple have alleged that the incident was rooted in severe marital discord. They stated that the couple had been involved in frequent arguments prior to the tragedy, suggesting a history of domestic tension.
The police are now working to determine the exact cause of death and the specific details of the assault. Further legal proceedings are expected as the case moves into the judicial phase.