Tribal Woman Killed Over Witchcraft Allegation in West Bengal; Five Arrested

A 70-year-old tribal woman, Churki Hembrom, was killed in West Bengal's Birbhum district after being accused of practicing witchcraft. The incident occurred on Friday evening in the Belia tribal settlement at Rampurhat, following a dispute between Hembrom and the accused. She was attacked with a heavy object and a sharp weapon, resulting in her death at the scene.

Five individuals, including the primary suspect Shibalal Kisku and his family members, have been arrested and presented in court. A senior police officer stated, "Our officers recovered the weapon used in the murder. The accused admitted committing the crime."

To prevent further unrest, a strong police contingent has been deployed in the village. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the matter.