A man in India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu brutally killed his estranged wife at a women’s hostel in Tirunelveli and took a selfie with her dead body, police said. The victim, identified as Sripriya, was employed at a private firm in Coimbatore, while her husband, Balamurugan, hailed from Tirunelveli.
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Police reported that Balamurugan arrived at the hostel on Sunday afternoon concealing a sickle in his clothes, seeking to meet his wife. The couple got into an argument, which quickly escalated into violence. He attacked Sripriya with the sickle, killing her on the spot.
After the attack, the suspect reportedly took a selfie with Sripriya’s body and posted it on his WhatsApp status, accusing her of “betrayal.” The gruesome act caused panic among hostel residents, who alerted authorities immediately.
Man Kills Wife, Posts Selfie With Her Body As WhatsApp Status
A man in Coimbatore allegedly murdered his estranged wife with a sickle, clicked a selfie with her body and uploaded it as his WhatsApp status. The victim, Sripriya, lived in a women’s hostel. The accused, Balamurugan,… pic.twitter.com/ZmmdLIgGuh— Sapna Madan (@sapnamadan) December 1, 2025
Balamurugan did not flee the scene. He remained at the hostel until police arrived and arrested him. The murder weapon was recovered by law enforcement, and an initial investigation suggested the suspect believed his wife was involved with another man.
The incident has sparked outrage across social media and local communities, with calls for swift justice. Authorities have registered a case and are conducting further investigations to determine the full circumstances of the attack.
Police have urged residents to remain calm and cooperate as the investigation continues. Meanwhile, the hostel management has expressed shock at the incident and promised to enhance security measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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The brutal murder has once again highlighted concerns over domestic violence and the need for stricter safety measures for women in public and residential spaces.