Man detained for stabbing woman in Ganeshguri

Guwahati: A 26-year-old man was detained on Saturday for allegedly stabbing a 21-year-old woman in the city's Ganeshguri area late on Friday night. The accused, identified as Raju Barman from Nalbari district, reportedly attacked a woman named Majina Begum in Punjabi Gali of Ganeshguri. Officers from Dispur police station said another woman, Nikki Boro, is also suspected to be involved. The victim was found in a pool of blood by a local resident during their morning walk and was rushed to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital for treatment. Speaking to the media on Saturday, deputy commissioner of police (east), Mrinal Deka, said Barman worked as a driver of an app-based bike service in the city. "The incident occurred in Punjabi Gali. We are currently investigating, but it's too early to confirm the exact nature of his relationship with the two women. Statements are being recorded, and forensic evidence has been collected," the DCP said. Updating Majina's condition, he added that she had sustained grievous injuries to her leg and head but was discharged after receiving timely medical care. Another officer from Dispur police station said interrogation is ongoing and a case will be registered.