A shocking incident has been reported from Mikirbheta area in Assam's Morigaon district, where a young man allegedly attempted to kill a young woman after she ended their relationship.
The accused has been identified as Ribul Ali, a resident of Mikirbheta Chariali area, under Mikirbheta police station.
According to initial reports, the woman had recently ended her relationship with the accused. Following the break-up, Ribul Ali allegedly began blackmailing her and had also assaulted her on multiple occasions.
The situation escalated on the night of the incident when, around 10:30 pm, the accused allegedly went to the woman’s house and attacked her with a sharp weapon, attempting to kill her.
Soon after the attack, when the victim and her family tried to approach the police station for help, the accused and his family allegedly intercepted them on the road and attempted to assault them again.
Residents later intervened, after which the victim’s family managed to reach the police station and lodge a written complaint against Ribul Ali and his two brothers.
Police reportedly launched a search operation during the night, but the accused and the others managed to escape. Later, the accused is said to have again threatened the victim and warned her family to remain cautious.
The victim’s family has alleged that despite the seriousness of the incident, police action has been slow so far. However, officials have not issued any formal statement on the progress of the case.
It has also been alleged that Ribul Ali works at a private shopping mall in Guwahati and is currently believed to be hiding in the city.
Further investigation is underway.
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