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Commercial Tax Officer killed by wife after dispute over reitrment benefits and assets

Commercial Tax Officer killed by wife after dispute over reitrment benefits and assets

A Commercial Tax Officer, 60-year-old Venkatesham, was murdered by his first wife, Rajamani, following a heated argument over retirement benefits and assets in Husnabad, Siddipet district. The victim was set to retire from his position in Asifabad this month. According to police, the couple's dispute escalated at their residence in Hanuman Nagar, Husnabad.

In the course of the altercation, Rajamani assaulted Venkatesham with a stone, resulting in severe injuries. The victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment but succumbed to his wounds while receiving medical care. Police confirmed that Venkatesham had multiple wives, with Rajamani being his first spouse. Following the incident, a case has been registered against Rajamani, and she has been taken into custody for further questioning. Police are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the matter.

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