A Man held for setting wife on fire was arrested after a shocking case of domestic violence that ended in the death of his 37-year-old wife in Raisina village. The arrest followed intense questioning, and police say the attack happened soon after a heated argument with the woman’s family. Although the victim tried to escape, her injuries were too severe, and she died during treatment. This case has once again raised concerns about rising violence against women, especially after reports of similar attacks in other regions.
Police explained that the husband, aged 44, returned home drunk on November 30. Soon afterward, he began fighting with his wife, Neetu, and then beat her repeatedly. As the situation worsened, he removed petrol from his motorcycle, poured it over her, and set her on fire. Neetu ran outside, screaming for help, and neighbours quickly rushed to assist her. Despite their quick reaction, she received burns on most of her body.
Family members took her first to a local hospital in Sohna. Because her condition kept getting worse, she was transferred to a Gurgaon hospital and later to PGIMS Rohtak. Doctors tried several treatments; however, the injuries were extremely severe, and she died on Monday. Police said the accused had a history of frequent fights at home, and neighbours confirmed that he often abused his wife. Officers added that his increasing alcohol use had made the situation worse over the past few months.
Investigators also reviewed earlier complaints and found that the victim had spoken to relatives about fear for her safety. Moreover, she had considered approaching the police but never filed a formal report. Authorities now plan to involve social-welfare teams to support the children and help the family understand legal options. The police team will also create a detailed report to check if earlier intervention could have prevented this tragedy.
To help the public understand the case, officers shared key points:
Important Case Details (Quick View):
| Point | Information |
|---|---|
| Accused | 44-year-old husband |
| Victim | Neetu, 37 years old |
| Incident Date | November 30 |
| Cause | Petrol poured and ignited |
| Location | Raisina village (Bhondsi PS area) |
| Medical Treatment | Sohna → Gurgaon → PGIMS Rohtak |
| Outcome | Victim died from severe burns |
| Police Action | Accused arrested for murder |
Police believe that earlier community support and timely complaints may help lower such cases. Therefore, officers encouraged families to seek help immediately when violence begins, rather than waiting for situations to escalate.
As the investigation continues, authorities say the Man held for setting wife on fire will stay in custody while they gather more evidence and prepare charges for court. They also plan to question additional witnesses, review medical reports, and strengthen the case so the trial can move forward without delay.
