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A tragic incident unfolded in Behra village near Dera Bassi, as a man was apprehended on Sunday for his alleged involvement in the murder of his wife after a heated argument. The victim, identified as Randeep Kaur (35), was wedded to Balwant Singh, also known as Kala. The couple shared two daughters, aged 10 and three.

Quarrel Escalates to Tragedy: Domestic Dispute Ends in Fatality

According to preliminary reports, the couple engaged in a quarrel over domestic matters, culminating in a dire outcome. Balwant Singh purportedly strangled his wife to death in the heat of the moment. Shockingly, the accused arranged for the funeral proceedings, but the situation took a dramatic turn when the deceased's family members were informed of her untimely demise. They hastened to the cremation grounds.

Sudden Revelation and Police Action: Uncovering Suspicion and Escaping Accused

The deceased's brother, Daler Singh, revealed that he received a distressing call from his sister-in-law, detailing his sibling's death. He promptly rushed to the cremation site, where he noticed suspicious marks on his sister's neck. In a surprising turn of events, the alleged perpetrator, Kulwant, managed to evade capture at the cremation grounds. Law enforcement swiftly intervened, recovering the body and arranging for a postmortem examination at Dera Bassi civil hospital.

Legal Proceedings Commence: Murder Charges Filed Against Accused

In light of the harrowing incident, authorities registered a case under Section 302 (murder) against the accused at Dera Bassi police station. As investigations continue, this unfortunate incident serves as a stark reminder of the gravity of domestic disputes and their potential ramifications.