According to information, the ghastly incident has occurred in Guchhapalli village under Kolabira block in the district. The accused husband, identified as Ramesh Dandasena, has been detained by Kolabira police.
Ramesh was in an inebriated condition when a quarrel erupted between him and his wife. During quarrel, he turned so cruel that he brought a huge stone and hit his wife’s head and other body parts umpteen times. The woman reportedly died on the spot.
Further information is awaited.