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Odisha Man Arrested After 62-Year-Old Tribal Woman Is Killed Over Witchcraft Claim

Police say the case reflects recurring attacks tied to witchcraft allegations in parts of the region.

Overview

  • The victim was identified by police as Joba Tudu, 62, from Kumbhirda village under Bahalda Police Station in Mayurbhanj district.
  • The accused, named as 26-year-old Jugu Marandi from the same village, allegedly blamed her for his father's illness.
  • Investigators say Tudu was attacked with a sharp weapon while she slept at home on Friday night.
  • Police report that Marandi surrendered after the incident and was taken into custody as the probe continues.
  • An autopsy was conducted at Rairangpur Sub Divisional Hospital, and the body was released to the family, according to SDPO Birendra Senapati.