Odisha Horror: Man Under Influence of 'Ganja' Brutally Murders Elderly Woman Over 'Black Magic' Suspicion in Mayurbhanj
The incident reportedly stemmed from the accused's belief that the woman was practising sorcery to harm his family.
Puri, July 5: Badasahi police on Thursday arrested a 35-year-old man for allegedly murdering an elderly woman, Gouri Behera (72), in Nischintapur village under Kendudiha panchayat in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district. The incident reportedly stemmed from the accused's belief that Behera was practising sorcery to harm his family.
According to a report published by The New Indian Express, the accused was identified as Babuli Mohakud. Sources revealed that Mohakud and his family had been suffering from various ailments for a long time despite seeking medical and other forms of help. Convinced that Behera was responsible, Mohakud, under the influence of ganja, attacked her with an axe on Thursday morning, severing her head. Odisha Shocker: Man Killed Over Suspicion of Performing Black Magic Spells in Malkangiri; Two Arrested.
Villagers, shocked by the brutal act, apprehended Mohakud as he attempted to flee and informed the Badasahi police. Upon receiving the information, police rushed to the scene, seized the axe, and took Mohakud into custody. Gitanjali Behera, the daughter of the deceased, filed a formal complaint. Odisha Shocker: Man Stabs Wife's Lover to Death in Jajpur After He Demands Sex by Blackmailing Her With Nude Photos and Videos.
IIC Umashankar Nayak stated that during interrogation, Mohakud confessed to the crime, claiming he acted under the influence of Ganja. He also attempted to attack other villagers, who narrowly escaped. “Preliminary investigations revealed no prior disputes between the families. Mohakud has been charged under sections 103 and 302 of the IPC,” Nayak informed. The accused will be presented in court following procedural formalities, and the investigation is ongoing.
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