Woman Beaten to Death on Witchcraft Accusation in Bihar; Five Relatives Injured

Woman Beaten to Death on Witchcraft Accusation in Bihar; Five Relatives Injured

Jan 17, 2026 - 11:33
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Woman Beaten to Death on Witchcraft Accusation in Bihar; Five Relatives Injured
In a shocking incident fueled by superstition in Bihta, Patna, a 32-year-old woman was bludgeoned to death with iron rods and sticks after being accused of witchcraft. Her five family members who intervened to save her were also severely injured. Police have arrested two suspects. The victim, identified as Juhi Devi, was visiting her parental village when a six-month-old child from a neighboring family died under suspicious circumstances. Relatives then falsely accused Juhi of being a witch. A mob attacked her and her family, leading to her death and injuries to five others who were hospitalized. Police are searching for the remaining accused.

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