Baramulla: A 28-year-old woman, mother of two kids have been battling for life after she was allegedly beaten up by her in-laws in Keeri village of north Kashmir’s Baramulla.
Family members of the victim said that she was beaten by her husband and in-laws on Eid day due to which she has suffered critical injuries.
"Soon after the incident, she was initially referred to Sub District Hospital (SDH) Kreeri from where she was shifted to SKIMS Soura hospital for special treatment,”an official associated with the case said.
She is undergoing treatment in the hospital as she received deep wounds on head and other body parts, he said.
Meanwhile, a police official said that a case had been registered under relevant sections of laws.
The incident sparked massive protest, demanding strict action against the accused.
Poilce said the victim’s husband has been arrested and further investigation into the matter is going on.
Meanwhile, SSP Baramullla Rayees Bhat denied allegations by some netizens that the accused is roaming free.
"Who said they (accused) are roaming free? FIR has been lodged exactly as per wishes of family, family already assured of strict possible action on merits and accused already arrested. Don’t spread rumours and instigate people," he tweeted
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