In a gruesome incident reminiscent of the Shraddha Walkar case, a 55-year-old man in Madhyamgram, Kolkata, allegedly killed his wife, chopped her body into six pieces, and disposed of them in a canal. The accused, Nooruddin Mondal, initially reported his wife missing, but inconsistencies in his statements led to suspicion and his eventual confession.
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According to reports, the incident occurred in November 2023. Mondal, a construction materials supplier, filed a missing person report for his wife, sparking a search by both police and neighbours. However, discrepancies in his narrative raised red flags for investigators. The daughter of the missing woman further fueled suspicion after finding bloodstains on her mother's phone.
Cornered by mounting evidence, Mondal attempted suicide by consuming poison. While hospitalized, he cracked under interrogation and confessed to killing his wife over a property dispute. He then detailed the horrific act of dismembering her body and disposing of the parts in the Noia canal.
Police swiftly retrieved the dismembered remains from the canal and arrested Mondal. The case has sent shockwaves through the community, drawing comparisons to the brutal Delhi murder of Shraddha Walkar by her live-in partner. Both cases highlight the disturbing prevalence of domestic violence and the chilling lengths to which perpetrators can go.
As the investigation progresses, questions remain about the exact nature of the dispute and the extent of Mondal's premeditation. The incident has also sparked conversations about domestic abuse and the need for stronger support systems for victims.
While the legal process takes its course, the gruesome echoes of this crime will linger. It serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the darkness that can lurk within seemingly ordinary relationships. It also underscores the importance of vigilance and timely intervention in situations of domestic discord.
