Patna, June 25
In a shocking incident, a man allegedly killed his wife and later attempted suicide in Rohtas district of Bihar on Wednesday.
The deceased was identified as Poonam Devi, and the police have sent her body for post-mortem examination in Sadar Hospital, Sasaram.
The accused, identified as Sugandh Kumar, is critical and currently undergoing treatment at Sadar Hospital, Sasaram.
According to the police, the incident occurred in Saraon village, and initial reports suggest that the incident may be the fallout of a domestic dispute.
However, the exact cause of the incident is yet to be ascertained, as the accused is still unconscious.
Bikramganj SDPO Kumar Sanjay, while speaking, said that the couple, Sugandh and his wife Poonam, had a history of marital discord.
"The couple got married 12 years ago and has three children. Disputes frequently arose between them, particularly regarding Poonam visiting her maternal home, which Sugandh objected to," Sanjay said.