Tragic Murder Over Insurance Dispute in Bahraich

A shocking murder in Bahraich has emerged from a dispute over insurance money. Dinesh Yadav brutally killed his widowed sister-in-law, Aarti Devi, using an axe after she refused to give him money from her late husband's insurance claim. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the dark side of greed and familial conflict. Dinesh has been arrested and confessed to the crime, revealing the tragic circumstances that led to this heinous act. Read on for a detailed account of this disturbing event.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 18, 2026, 18:59 IST

Shocking Incident in Bahraich

In a horrifying incident in the village of Dharmapur, Bahraich, a man brutally murdered his widowed sister-in-law, Aarti Devi, using an axe over a dispute regarding insurance money. The accused, Dinesh Yadav, had his eyes set on the claim amount that Aarti received following her husband's death.

A Gruesome Crime Driven by Greed

This shocking event unfolded in the Murtiha police jurisdiction, where Dinesh tied up Aarti's hands and feet to prevent her from calling for help before attacking her mercilessly with the axe. The motive behind this brutal act was revealed to be a conflict over a substantial insurance payout and land disputes.

Aarti Devi, aged 35, lost her husband, Police Singh, in a road accident about a year ago. Following his death, she received a significant sum as compensation from the insurance and accident claims. Dinesh, her brother-in-law, had been pressuring her for money, but Aarti refused, citing the future of her children. This refusal, coupled with ongoing disputes over land division, escalated tensions.

The Night of the Tragedy

On Thursday night, as Aarti was preparing to visit relatives, Dinesh confronted her again, reigniting the argument over money. When Aarti resisted, he bound her with ropes and threw her to the ground. In a fit of rage, he struck her multiple times with the axe on her face, neck, and head, leading to her immediate death. After committing the crime, Dinesh fled the scene.

Arrest of the Accused

The following morning, villagers discovered Aarti's bloodied body, causing panic in the area. Upon receiving the report, the local police and forensic team arrived at the scene. They took the body for post-mortem and began collecting evidence. Thanks to prompt police action, Dinesh was apprehended within hours of the incident.

According to the police chief, Ram Naresh, the suspect has confessed to his crime, admitting that greed drove him to plan the murder of his sister-in-law. Authorities are now intensifying efforts to recover the weapon used in the crime and proceed with legal actions.