Couple murdered after scuffle

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Press Trust of India Bijnor
Last Updated : May 18 2015 | 6:13 PM IST
A scuffle over using a tap for bathing took a violent turn when a couple was allegedly murdered by some persons in Salmabad village here.
Mohan (45) was yesterday thrashed by some persons after an argument over using a tap in kotwali Binor area, following which he went to the police in the evening to register his complaint, police said.
He was on his way home with his wife Deepa when accused Surendra and his accomplices stopped them and slit his throat while seriously injuring his wife.
He died on the spot while Deepa succumbed to her injuries in a Meerut hospital, police said.
Key accused Surendra surrendered after the incident, they said, adding, police is on a lookout for other accused.
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First Published: May 18 2015 | 6:13 PM IST