- Man critically injured wife with axe after argument.
- Assault severed woman’s leg; she remains critical.
- Accused surrendered to police with severed limb.
- Attempted murder case registered; investigation ongoing.
A gruesome case of domestic violence has sent shockwaves through Palnadu district after a man allegedly attacked his wife with an axe in Thondapi village of Muppalla mandal on Thursday, leaving her critically injured.
The accused, identified as Lakshmayya, is said to have assaulted his 33-year-old wife Bhulakshmi following a heated argument that escalated violently. According to preliminary reports, the couple had been facing frequent disputes over the past several months, with the man reportedly suspecting his wife’s fidelity.
Brutal Assault Leaves Woman Critical
Police and local sources said the altercation turned brutal when Lakshmayya, in a fit of rage, picked up an axe and attacked Bhulakshmi indiscriminately, as per a report on NDTV. The assault resulted in her leg being severed, causing massive blood loss and life-threatening injuries.
Hearing her cries, villagers rushed to the scene and found her lying in a pool of blood. She was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital, where doctors are battling to stabilise her condition. Medical officials confirmed that she remains critical due to severe blood loss.
Accused Surrenders With Severed Limb
In a disturbing development, the accused reportedly carried the severed limb to a local police station and surrendered. The act has left both residents and authorities stunned, highlighting the extreme nature of the violence.
Police swiftly took Lakshmayya into custody following his surrender and began preliminary questioning to piece together the sequence of events.
Case Registered, Probe Underway
Authorities have registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including charges related to attempted murder and grievous assault.
Investigators are now working to establish the full circumstances leading up to the attack, including verifying claims of ongoing domestic disputes and alleged suspicions. Officials said further legal action will follow based on the findings of the probe.
