Bengal Pregnant Woman Murder: Husband Kills Wife Over Money Dispute

A shocking incident has emerged from West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district, where a six-month pregnant woman was allegedly murdered by her husband following a dispute over money. The case has raised serious concerns about domestic violence and financial conflicts within families.

Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the crime, including the victim’s husband and his family members.

Victim Found Dead Inside Her Home

The victim, identified as Puja Mondal, was found dead at her residence in the Lenin Nagar area of Garulia. According to officials, her body was discovered wrapped in plastic and hidden under a bed, suggesting an attempt to conceal the crime.

The discovery was made on Wednesday evening, prompting immediate police action and investigation.

Husband Main Accused in the Case

Police suspect that the victim’s husband, Rishi Harichand, strangled her using a piece of cloth after she refused to meet his monetary demands. The alleged motive behind the murder is said to be a financial dispute, which escalated into a fatal act of violence.

Authorities believe the act was premeditated, followed by efforts to hide the body and avoid suspicion.

Three Arrested, Investigation Underway

In addition to the husband, two other family members — including his mother — have also been taken into custody. A case of murder has been registered, and further investigation is ongoing to determine the exact sequence of events and involvement of each accused.

Police have sent the body for post-mortem examination, which will help establish more details about the cause of death.

Rising Concerns Over Domestic Violence

This incident highlights the growing concern around domestic violence, especially cases linked to financial disputes and pressure within households. Crimes involving pregnant women are particularly disturbing and raise questions about safety and protection mechanisms.

Authorities are expected to examine whether there was any prior history of abuse or conflict in the family.

Legal Action and Next Steps

The accused individuals are currently in police custody, and further interrogation is underway. Officials have stated that strict legal action will be taken based on the evidence collected during the investigation.

The case is likely to proceed in court once the investigation is completed and the chargesheet is filed.