Daijiworld Media Network - Chikkamagaluru

Chikkamagaluru, Oct 13: A shocking case of domestic violence was reported in Chikkamagaluru after a 27-year-old woman was brutally murdered by her husband late Sunday night, allegedly over a volatile marital dispute involving dowry harassment and refusal of physical intimacy.

The victim, identified as Nethravathi, was killed by her husband, Naveen, just five months after their marriage, which was arranged through a matrimonial website.

Police confirmed the couple’s married life effectively ended after only 15 days, when Nethravathi returned to her parental home. She had previously filed a police complaint, alleging dowry harassment and mental torture by Naveen and his family.

Sources indicate that Naveen grew increasingly frustrated by his wife's allegations. Approximately 20 days ago, he had approached the superintendent of police's office with a counter-complaint, accusing Nethravathi of refusing physical intimacy and filing false dowry charges against him.

In an attempt at mediation, police had referred the estranged couple to the Sakhi Counselling Centre. However, Naveen allegedly continued to harbour anger over the ongoing legal cases and divorce proceedings.

The fatal attack occurred late last night. Taking advantage of the fact that Nethravathi was alone, Naveen allegedly broke into her house and violently attacked her with a machete, inflicting grievous injuries. She was rushed to the hospital but tragically succumbed to her injuries during treatment.

Police have registered a case of murder and have launched an intensive manhunt for Naveen, who fled the scene immediately after the attack. A special police team has been formed to track down the accused.

Nethravathi's body is currently at the Chikkamagaluru mortuary. Her grieving parents and relatives have expressed outrage and are demanding strict action and the immediate arrest of the alleged killer.