On Wednesday, a wife was allegedly killed by her husband and in-laws for more dowry in Suryawa area, Bhadhoi, according to police.
The victim, Shashi Pandey (23) was allegedly beaten and strangulated to death by her husband Deendayal Pandey and in-laws on Tuesday over dowry. Afterwards, the family members left the body at home and fled the spot.
The incident came to light when her children started crying and neighbours arrived on the spot and report to the police.
An FIR has been registered regarding dowry harassment by victim’s uncle and the accused husband and three other family members were arrested by the police.