A domestic dispute over an alleged extramarital affair ended in a gruesome double murder in central Delhi’s Ram Nagar area late on Saturday night. A 22-year-old pregnant woman was stabbed to death by her
lover in a public place, while her husband, in a desperate attempt to save her, managed to kill the attacker.
The victim, identified as Shalini, was a homemaker and mother of two young daughters. Her husband, Akash, 23, is an e-rickshaw driver. He is currently admitted to the hospital with serious stab injuries and undergoing treatment, reported NDTV.
Lover Claimed Woman Was Carrying His Child
Investigating officers said Aashu, alias Shailendra, 34, was furious after Shalini decided to return to her husband and children. He had claimed that Shalini was pregnant with his child and wanted her to leave Akash, but Shalini reportedly insisted that her husband was the father of the unborn baby.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Central) Nidhin Valsan confirmed that both Shalini and Aashu were declared dead at the hospital, while Akash continues to currently undergo treatment, reported NDTV.
According to police, the attack took place when Shalini and Akash were on their way to meet her mother near Qutub Road. Aashu suddenly appeared and tried to stab Akash. He managed to escape the first attack, but before he could react, Aashu spotted Shalini sitting in an e-rickshaw and attacked her multiple times with a knife.
When Akash rushed to protect his wife, he too was stabbed. He overpowered Aashu in self-defence, snatched the knife, and stabbed him repeatedly, killing him on the spot.
Police Investigation
According to Sheila, Shalini’s mother, the couple had separated a few years ago due to marital problems. During that time, Shalini got involved with Aashu and even lived with him for a while. However, she later reconciled with Akash and returned to live with him and their two daughters, reported NDTV.
This decision reportedly enraged Aashu, who continued to harass her and claimed to be the father of her unborn child.
Police have registered a case of murder and attempted murder based on Sheila’s statement. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination, and further investigation is underway.