NATIONAL: Maharashtra’s Horror: Wife and Lover Kill and Bury Husband Over Affair
Incident Overview
A gruesome murder has shaken Maharashtra’s Palghar district, where Chaman Devi, 28, allegedly killed her husband, Vijay Chauhan, 34, with her lover, Monu Sharma, 20. The couple reportedly buried the body beneath their home’s floor to conceal the crime, driven by an extramarital affair.
Discovery of the Body
Vijay Chauhan had been missing for 15 days when his brothers visited his residence in Gadgapada, Nalasopara East, noticing irregularities in the floor tiles. A foul odor led them to alert the police, who exhumed Vijay’s decomposed body, buried under freshly laid tiles.
Motive and Suspects
Preliminary investigations point to an extramarital affair between Chaman Devi and neighbor Monu Sharma as the motive. Both suspects have been absconding for two days, with locals confirming their illicit relationship prior to the murder.
Police Investigation
The Mira-Bhayandar, Vasai-Virar (MBVV) police have launched a manhunt for Chaman Devi and Monu Sharma, registering a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita section 103(1) for murder. The investigation is ongoing, with forensic analysis of the crime scene underway.
Community Impact
The chilling case, reminiscent of cinematic cover-ups, has stunned the Nalasopara community, raising concerns about domestic violence and trust. Authorities are urging residents to provide any information that could aid in apprehending the suspects.