Son-in-law kills wife in front of mother-in-law

Bengaluru, NT Bureau: In a deeply disturbing incident in Chamarajpet here, a man allegedly murdered his wife in a brutal act of violence Friday morning and has since fled the scene.

The tragic event unfolded as the couple's ongoing family dispute escalated into violence. The deceased has been identified as Fathima, 34, who was a teacher at a local school near Chamarajpet. Her husband, Tabarez Pasha, has been named as the prime suspect in the case.

Following the murder, Tabarez Pasha managed to escape, prompting the police to launch an extensive search for his whereabouts.

The couple, who had been married for nine years and have two children, had been living apart due to ongoing disputes.

Tabarez had been residing with his mother in Someshwara Nagar under Siddapura police station limits. The couple had previously filed for divorce, but the petition was withdrawn following mediation by mosque clerics.

This morning, Tabarez Pasha reportedly visited Fathima’s residence, and a heated argument ensued. The altercation took place in front of Fathima’s mother, who is disabled and was unable to intervene.

During the confrontation, Tabarez is said to have attacked Fathima with a knife, inflicting fatal wounds on her head and limbs before fleeing the scene.