Gariaband, Chhattisgarh: A tale of betrayal and brutality has emerged from the quiet village of Gariba, where two longtime friends turned deadly enemies. Sugatin Netam and Itwarin Bai allegedly tortured 37-year-old Pinky to death, convinced she was tarnishing their reputations with village gossip.
Tensions had been simmering for weeks. The women confronted Pinky at her residence, leading to a confrontation that turned fatal. Eyewitness accounts describe how the duo first humiliated and tormented her by applying chili to sensitive body parts, amplifying her agony. They then pummeled her repeatedly with wooden sticks, showing no mercy despite her pleas.
By the time help arrived, Pinky was lifeless. Police swiftly detained the perpetrators and transported the body for autopsy. Evidence gathered from the crime scene, including the weapons used, strengthens the case against them.
Speaking to reporters, SHO Nakul Sidar detailed the charges under murder and related sections. ‘We are questioning the accused thoroughly. No stone will be left unturned to ensure they face the full wrath of the law,’ he stated. The probe extends to potential accomplices.
The incident underscores the perils of unfounded rumors in small communities, where personal slights can escalate into violence. Pinky’s family is grappling with profound grief, demanding exemplary punishment. As the investigation deepens, the village reflects on how suspicion poisoned neighborly bonds, resulting in this senseless tragedy.