Tezpur: A heartbreaking incident has shaken Tezpur after a differently-abled woman was brutally attacked and killed with an axe on Monday. The victim, who was speech and hearing-impaired, worked at a small tea stall in the town.
According to reports, the accused, identified as Abed Ali, allegedly attacked the woman following an altercation. Locals immediately informed the police, who reached the spot and apprehended the accused.
Police officials confirmed that an investigation has been initiated to determine the motive behind the crime. The body has been sent for postmortem examination.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and grief among locals, who have demanded strict punishment for the accused and better safety measures for vulnerable individuals in the area.