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Crime
Lover Strikes Husband 17 Times with Blade in Home Incident
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 09 Aug 2026, 08:58 AM
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A man allegedly attacked his girlfriend’s husband with a blade, striking him 17 times after arriving to take the woman home.
A man entered the residence of a couple, claiming to be there to escort the woman home, and attacked the husband with a blade. According to police reports, the assailant struck the husband 17 times before being subdued. The husband was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of multiple injuries. The incident has raised concerns about domestic safety and the security of households in the area. Authorities are investigating the motive and the identity of the attacker, who is believed to be the girlfriend’s lover.
The police have secured the scene and are collecting evidence. Witnesses reported hearing a struggle and the sound of a knife. The husband’s condition is reported as serious but stable. The local police have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
The case has attracted media attention due to the violent nature of the assault and the unusual motive of the attacker. Legal experts note that the assailant could face charges under the Indian Penal Code for attempted murder and assault with a weapon. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected as the case progresses.
The police have secured the scene and are collecting evidence. Witnesses reported hearing a struggle and the sound of a knife. The husband’s condition is reported as serious but stable. The local police have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
The case has attracted media attention due to the violent nature of the assault and the unusual motive of the attacker. Legal experts note that the assailant could face charges under the Indian Penal Code for attempted murder and assault with a weapon. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected as the case progresses.