Amritsar: In a harrowing incident that has sent shockwaves through the Tanel village of the Jandiala constituency in Amritsar, a young man allegedly murdered his own mother following a prolonged dispute over financial compensation. The victim was the widow of an Indian Army soldier who had passed away approximately five years ago. Following his death, the family received a substantial sum in compensation and benefits, which reportedly became a flashpoint for internal conflict. Relatives of the deceased woman alleged that the son, identified as Karamveer, had been consistently instigated against his mother by his paternal uncle, leading to a volatile environment within the household over the past few years.
The tragedy unfolded on Tuesday afternoon around 3:00 PM, shortly after the mother had returned home on Monday. According to family members, the accused locked the doors of the residence before confronting his mother. He allegedly strangled her using a traditional scarf, or chunni, and inflicted severe injuries to her head, resulting in her immediate death at the scene. The brutal nature of the crime and the breakdown of familial bonds have left the local neighbourhood in a state of mourning and terror. Family members expressed their anguish, stating that the lure of money drove the son to commit such an unspeakable act, and they have demanded the strictest possible legal action against all those involved in the conspiracy.
Local police authorities reached the spot to secure the area and have since sent the body for a post-mortem examination to confirm the exact cause of death. While specific details from the investigating officers remain limited, they have indicated that a formal probe is underway and senior officials will provide a comprehensive briefing once the preliminary findings are established. The family continues to seek justice, urging the administration to ensure that the influence of greed does not allow the culprits to escape the legal system. This incident serves as a grim reminder of the devastating consequences that financial greed can have on even the closest domestic relationships.
