Another married woman fell prey to her in-laws’ dowry atrocities, this time from Bihar’s Gopalganj. A 22-year-old woman, who was pregnant for three months, was allegedly murdered by her in-laws over dowry demands on her first wedding anniversary, the police reported on Sunday.

As per police, the woman who was brutalised to death has been identified as Gudia Devi (22). She married one Manish Kumar on May 8, 2025. Her kin alleged that her relationship with Kumar had been marred by sustained harassment for dowry.

In-laws demanded Bullet bike, gold chain

The victim’s family said that she had been subjected to continuous pressure by her husband and in-laws to fulfil additional dowry demands, including a Bullet bike and a gold chain. Her kin alleged that after she became pregnant, the harassment and torture intensified. On Friday night, which marked her first wedding anniversary, she was allegedly strangled to death.

Furthermore, Gudia’s family said they had already provided dowry to Kumar’s family within their financial means when the alliance took place, but their demands continued unabated.

Accused at large, police launch probe

Police said they rushed to the spot on receipt of information. However, by the time they arrived, Kumar and his kin had allegedly fled the house. The cops assumed custody of the body and sent it for autopsy. They added they have launched a probe and all the aspects of the case shall be examined, including dowry harassment and murder.

Forensic team called to inspect crime scene

A police official named Rajesh Kumar confirmed the death, and said, “Initial information suggests death by hanging. The forensic team has been called to the crime scene, and the case is under investigation.” Officials added that further legal action shall be initiated on the basis of a complaint from the victim’s family.