Murder in West Bengal Linked to Suspected Affair
Tragic Incident in North 24 Parganas
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Kolkata, Nov 5: A 35-year-old man was reportedly murdered with a sharp object in a suspected case of jealousy over an extramarital affair in North 24 Parganas district, according to police reports on Thursday.
The incident occurred in Daspara, under the jurisdiction of Hasnabad police station. The victim has been identified as Gopalrishi Das. Authorities have apprehended Kashinath Das, the alleged perpetrator, along with his wife.
Local sources indicate that Kashinath had suspicions regarding Gopal's relationship with his wife and had previously warned him to cease contact.
On Wednesday, Gopal reportedly visited Kashinath's home while he was away. Upon returning home that night, Kashinath discovered Gopal inside and became enraged. This led to a heated argument that escalated into violence.
During the confrontation, Kashinath allegedly attacked Gopal with a sharp weapon, inflicting multiple wounds. Gopal fell to the ground and died at the scene.
Police from Hasnabad station responded to the incident, recovered the body, and transported it to Taki Rural Hospital for an autopsy.
Kashinath, who also suffered injuries during the altercation, was arrested and taken for medical treatment before being brought to the police station. His wife was also detained and subsequently charged in connection with the murder.
An officer from Hasnabad police stated that both suspects are being interrogated to clarify the events leading up to the incident and their involvement.
A local resident mentioned that Kashinath had long suspected his wife of infidelity with Gopal and had confronted him previously. The situation intensified when he found Gopal at his residence.
The police were alerted by neighbors who also informed them about the alleged affair between Gopal and Kashinath's wife.
Another neighbor, Babu Gazi, noted that the condition of the house indicated that Gopal was initially attacked inside before his body was moved to the balcony. He claimed that both Kashinath and his wife were present in the house when the neighbors witnessed the aftermath.