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Karnataka Woman, 21, Killed in Stone Attack as Police Hunt Husband

Police cite an alcohol-fueled quarrel over suspected infidelity as the trigger, with a manhunt underway.

Overview

  • The killing occurred on Friday in Kullegowdanapalya within the Kaggalipura police limits of Ramanagara district, Karnataka.
  • Police identified the victim as Sinchana, 21, and named her husband, Renukaiah, as the accused.
  • According to police, the couple had frequent disputes over suspected infidelity, and the husband had been drinking before the attack.
  • Investigators say he struck her on the head with a stone outside the house, killing her on the spot, before fleeing.
  • Officers inspected the scene, sent the body for post-mortem, registered a case, and are working to trace and arrest the suspect.