India News | Tribal Couple Killed over Suspicion of Practicing Witchcraft in Odisha's Mayurbhanj

Baripada (Odisha), Feb 18 (PTI) A tribal couple was allegedly axed to death on the suspicion of practising witchcraft in a village in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, police said on Tuesday.

The incident took place on Monday night at Kitabeda village in the district.

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The deceased were identified as Debendra Naik (48) and his wife Champa Naik (45).

Police have arrested one person in connection with the killing and registered a murder case, an officer said.

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Investigation is underway.

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