Family Tragedy in Udhampur: Man on the Run After Deadly Attack

In Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, a man named Suresh Kumar allegedly killed his mother-in-law and critically injured his wife and sister-in-law due to a family dispute. He is currently on the run, and police are making efforts to apprehend him.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jammu | Updated: 18-11-2024 14:16 IST | Created: 18-11-2024 13:53 IST
Family Tragedy in Udhampur: Man on the Run After Deadly Attack
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A haunting incident unfolded in Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir, where Suresh Kumar allegedly attacked his mother-in-law and injured his wife and her sister over a family dispute. The incident took place on Sunday night, according to police statements released on Monday.

Kumar reportedly used a sharp weapon to assault the three women in Kiya village, Ram Nagar area, before fleeing. The brutal attack left his mother-in-law, Shanti Devi, dead and his wife, Lalita, along with her sister, Anju Devi, in critical condition. Both survivors were referred to a district hospital for specialized treatment.

Efforts to nab the accused are underway, with police registering a case regarding the murder. The accused was reportedly intoxicated during the attack. Rakesh, Kumar's brother-in-law, demanded his arrest and strict punishment, citing a recent altercation between Kumar and his wife as a potential trigger.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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