BENGALURU: A 43-year-old man fatally stabbed his wife on a public road in Chikkathoguru, Electronics City, Friday night, following years of suspicion regarding her fidelity.
The accused, Krishnappa, alias Krishna from Bagepalli, was apprehended by bystanders and handed over to police after the attack that claimed the life of K Sharada , a domestic worker.
The incident occurred at 8pm when Sharada was returning home from work. Krishnappa, who had reportedly planned the attack, waited for her with two newly purchased knives before repeatedly stabbing her in the neck. Despite his attempts to flee, the daily wage worker was quickly caught by the public.
The couple had been married for 17 years and had two children — a 15-year-old son and a 12-year-old daughter.
According to police, the couple had been living separately for the past four years because of Krishnappa’s persistent accusations regarding his wife’s faithfulness. Their son had been residing with Krishnappa in Bagepalli, while their daughter lived with Sharada.
“Krishnappa travelled from Bagepalli with two knives, having carefully planned the attack,” an officer said. “He was aware of her work schedule and targeted her at 8pm as she walked home. Sharada died on the spot.”