Dowry row: Acid thrown on wife's private parts

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: In a shocking incident, a man allegedly poured toilet cleaning acid on his wife’s private parts for refusing to bring dowry from her parents.

The incident took place at the Bagalagunte police station limits on the outskirts of the city.

Based on a complaint filed by the victim, the police have registered an FIR against the husband and the mother-in-law. According to the police, the accused got married to the 23-year-old victim on May 19 this year.

The accused is reportedly an unemployed alcoholic who often demanded money from his wife, leading to frequent fights. The accused regularly returned home in an inebriated state and subjected his wife to physical and mental abuse.

In her complaint, the woman mentioned that he often pulled her by the hair and threatened to kill her.

She also alleged that due to non-payment of house rent, they were thrown out of their residence recently. Following an argument two days ago, the accused allegedly poured toilet cleaning acid on her back and private parts, forcing the victim to lodge a police complaint.

The police have filed a case of dowry harassment and physical assault against the accused and his mother. Further investigation is underway