A horrifying incident unfolded in Odisha’s Balasore town when a man violently attacked his estranged wife in full public view, leaving the community shaken. The accused, identified as Sheikh Amjad from Cuttack, had reportedly gone to meet his wife on Thursday. The couple had been living separately for some time because of ongoing marital disputes, and this meeting was intended to address those differences. Unfortunately, the situation took a tragic turn.
According to eyewitnesses, the couple was engaged in a conversation by the roadside at around 4:30 pm. What began as a heated argument soon spiraled out of control. In a sudden and shocking act, Amjad allegedly pulled out a knife and slit his wife’s throat, causing chaos and panic among the bystanders. The violent assault left the woman critically injured, with many onlookers rushing to help her.
The injured woman was immediately transported to the Balasore District Headquarters Hospital. However, as her condition deteriorated, doctors made the urgent decision to transfer her to the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack. At present, she continues to remain in a critical state and is receiving intensive medical care in an attempt to save her life.
Meanwhile, the crowd at the scene displayed remarkable presence of mind by quickly apprehending the attacker. Bystanders prevented Amjad from fleeing the spot and handed him over to the police, ensuring that he could not escape responsibility for the heinous act. This swift action by locals helped law enforcement take immediate custody of the accused.
Police officials investigating the matter have confirmed that the couple had been entangled in prolonged domestic discord. They are now carefully piecing together the timeline and details that led to the brutal attack. Authorities are also examining whether there had been earlier complaints or reports of domestic violence between the two, which might have foreshadowed this tragic episode.
The brutality of the assault has sparked outrage not only within Balasore but also across the state and beyond. A video of the incident, recorded by a bystander, has gone viral on social media platforms, amplifying the public outcry. Citizens, activists, and women’s rights groups have condemned the act in the strongest terms and demanded tougher legal measures to prevent and punish instances of domestic violence.
This shocking event serves as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of unresolved marital conflicts and the urgent need for stronger interventions, both legal and social, to address domestic disputes before they escalate into violence. For now, the community waits anxiously for updates on the woman’s condition while demanding justice and accountability for the crime.
