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Man slits woman's throat after she refuses to be second wife in Mandideep, police say
A 26-year-old man allegedly killed a woman by slitting her throat after she refused his demand to become his second wife in Mandideep. A police manhunt led to his arrest within 24 hours, and he reportedly confessed before being produced in court and jailed. Authorities registered a murder case and launched an investigation amid community shock.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores violence against women and coercive control, highlighting the need for preventive measures, support services for victims, and effective policing in safeguarding women's safety.
Timeline
6 Events
Court production and jail
May 9, 2026
He was produced before a court and sent to jail.
Interrogation yields confession
May 8, 2026
During interrogation, police said the accused confessed to the crime and admitted he was angry over the woman repeatedly rejecting his proposal.
Arrest within 24 hours after fleeing toward Bhopal
May 8, 2026
The accused reportedly fled towards Bhopal after the murder but was tracked down and arrested within a day.
Police register murder case and initiate probe
May 7, 2026
Police registered a case of murder and other offences and said the investigation was underway.
Police form special team and launch manhunt
May 7, 2026
Police formed a special team to trace the accused, activated informers and conducted raids at multiple locations.
Murder at Prem Nagar Ward-9: Woman refuses to become second wife
May 7, 2026
A 26-year-old man identified as Manoj Ahirwar reached the woman's house around 2:30 pm and tried to persuade her to live with him as his second wife. The woman and her mother opposed the proposal and asked him to leave. The argument escalated, and the accused allegedly slit the woman's throat with a sharp cutter, killing her on the spot. The mother sustained injuries while trying to save her daughter.