Man booked for allegedly setting wife, mother-in-law ablaze in Kannur

A 46-year-old man allegedly attempted to kill his wife and mother-in-law by pouring petrol on them and setting them ablaze at Karivellur near Payyanur on Sunday night (August 16). All three, including the accused, suffered serious burn injuries.The accused, C.V. Sanalkumar of Varikkara, Peralam, Swamimukku, suffered ar

The suspect allegedly poured petrol on his wife and set her ablaze during a domestic dispute in Lokoja.

A man has been arrested in Kogi for setting his wife ablaze after a domestic dispute over burnt clothes. The victim is receiving treatment.

By Boluwaji Obahopo The Kogi State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as Jacob Irewa, for allegedly setting his wife, Berida Irawo, ablaze following a domestic disagreement at Oworo Estate, Felele, Lokoja. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, August 14, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m. The command’s Police Pu