Superstition Fuels Brutal Assault: Woman Tied to Tree

A disturbing act of superstition-driven violence unfolded in a Telangana village, where a 60-year-old woman, identified as Pallati Venkatamma, was allegedly dragged from her home and tied to a neem tree. Villagers accused her of practicing black magic, leading to her assault with hands and sticks. The incident, which occurred on September 23, left Venkatamma with serious injuries to her arm and leg.

When Venkatamma's husband and son attempted to protect her, they too were subjected to an attack, and the attackers reportedly damaged their car. Following a complaint lodged by the family, Manchal Police registered a case against 14 villagers under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. One suspect has been detained, while authorities are actively searching for the remaining accused.