Balasore: A woman was allegedly hacked to death and another critically injured in a violent attack following dispute over roof construction work at Haripur village under Khaira police station limits in Odisha’s Balasore district.
The deceased has been identified as Kamala Sethy (39), while her sister-in-law, Shankuntala Sethy, is battling for life in SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack. Her condition is stated to be critical.
Sources said the incident occurred on Sunday when Surendra Sethi’s family was carrying out centring work for the roof of their under-construction house. A dispute erupted with their neighbours over the roof construction, which soon turned violent. His neighbour Bharat Jena and family members allegedly objected, alleging that they were constructing on a disputed plot. The situation soon turned violent as his neighbours attacked on Surendra’s family using sharp weapons. Surendra’s sister Kamala suffered fatal injuries in the attack and died on the spot.
Surendra, his wife Shankuntala, and daughter Tulasi also sustained serious injuries. All the injured were first rushed to Khaira Hospital. As Sakuntala’s condition deteriorated, she was shifted to SCB Medical College and Hospital.
Following the incident, a case has been registered by Khaira olice. One person has been detained in connection with the incident and efforts are on to apprehend others.
