A head nurse from Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) died following an alleged assault by her husband in Patna. The incident, which occurred after a domestic dispute, has drawn attention to the persistent risk of intimate partner violence and its serious health consequences.
The deceased, Chandni Kumari, was employed as a head nurse at PMCH. According to police information, her husband, Sonu Kumar Singh, is accused of assaulting her during a late-night altercation at their residence in the Danapur police station area of Patna.
Authorities reported that Singh himself contacted the emergency helpline (112) after the incident. Police reached the location and took him into custody. A postmortem examination was conducted, and the body was later handed over to the family. The investigation is currently in progress.
The incident took place on Friday night at the couple’s home on East Gola Road under the jurisdiction of Danapur police station in Patna, Bihar. Law enforcement officials responded shortly after receiving the emergency call and initiated legal procedures.
Preliminary police findings indicate that the couple had ongoing domestic disagreements. Investigators noted that a quarrel related to Holi celebrations and financial stress reportedly escalated into violence.
Beauty Kumari, the victim’s sister, alleged that Singh had lost about ₹4 lakh in an online game, funds she said were provided by Chandni. She further claimed that Chandni had recently bought a plot of land and showed it to her husband on Friday afternoon, and that her in-laws often pressured her for money.
Based on initial police inputs, the victim was allegedly slapped forcefully, which reportedly caused bleeding from the ear. Investigators also observed possible indications of strangulation and chest trauma. She was declared dead soon after the incident.
Medical evidence from the postmortem will play a key role in establishing the exact cause of death. Officials stated that further legal steps will depend on forensic findings and the formal complaint submitted by the family.
Police have detained the accused and confirmed that the Danapur police station is continuing the investigation. Authorities stated that further action will proceed based on forensic results and the family’s written complaint.
(Rh/SS)