Mounesh Vishwakarma

Daijiworld Media Network - Bantwal

Bantwal, Dec 13: A woman who sustained severe injuries during a quarrel with her husband has passed away in Poonacha, near Vittal.

The deceased, identified as Leela (45), a resident of Devinagar in Poonacha, reportedly endured frequent domestic disputes caused by her husband Sanjeeva’s excessive drinking habit. A similar altercation occurred recently, during which Leela sustained critical injuries.

Upon learning about her condition, locals rushed her to Puttur Government Hospital. Subsequently, she was shifted to Mangaluru's Wenlock Hospital for advanced treatment. However, Leela succumbed to her injuries without responding to medical care. She is survived by a daughter.

Initially, the case was investigated as an unnatural death. However, based on information provided by the public, authorities found that Leela’s injuries were a result of the quarrel between the couple. Vittal police have taken Sanjeeva into custody, and further investigations are underway.