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Balasore Husband Held After Public Knife Attack That Left Estranged Wife Critical

Police are interrogating the detained husband, with the victim in critical condition at SCB Medical College in Cuttack.

Balasore woman critically injured after public knife attack by estranged husband, with bystanders preventing escape and calling authorities.
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Overview

  • The assault occurred around 4:30 p.m. on September 18 in Pothana Mohalla under Balasore Town police limits, according to local reports.
  • The accused was identified as Sheikh Amjad of Cuttack’s Buxi Bazar, and reports say the couple had been living apart.
  • Eyewitnesses said a roadside argument escalated when Amjad pulled a knife, dragged the woman and slashed her throat.
  • Locals intervened, restrained the suspect on the spot and handed him to Balasore Town Police.
  • The victim was first admitted to Balasore District Headquarters Hospital before being shifted to SCB Medical College in Cuttack; officials say legal proceedings are underway.