40-year-old man dies after rod attack in Jahada, Morang; wife and Indian national accused

A person has died after being struck with a rod in Mohanpur, Jahada Rural Municipality-2, Morang. The deceased is local resident Budhiram Soren, 40.

The incident occurred around 10 pm on Sunday. Reports say Soren was struck with a rod by his own wife and an Indian national. According to Nepal Press, Soren's wife and her Indian lover are accused of jointly carrying out the attack.

Reports differ on the arrest of those said to be involved in the incident. Nepal Press has reported that both have been arrested, while Nagarik has reported that only one person has been arrested.

Further investigation into the incident is underway. Detailed information is yet to come.