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Belagavi Woman Allegedly Killed by Husband After Seeking Divorce

Police say 31-year-old Lakshmi Madamageri was killed in Belagavi district on Tuesday.

Her husband, Raju Madamageri, allegedly hit her with a stone and ran away.

Police say the couple had married about five years ago after falling in love.

They later developed differences, and Lakshmi had reportedly asked for a divorce.

Police allege Raju took her from work by saying he would take her home.

Bailahongala police are searching for him, and an investigation is continuing.

The article also mentions other alleged killings of women connected to divorce or marriage disputes in Karnataka.

Those cases involved Bhuvaneshwari in Bengaluru, Ranjita in Yellapur and Chaitra in Hassan district.

Key facts

Deceased: Lakshmi Madamageri, 31
Accused: Her husband, Raju Madamageri
Location: Amaturu village, Bailahongala taluk, Belagavi district
Alleged weapon: Stone
Relationship history: The couple married about five years ago after falling in love
Police action: Bailahongala police registered a case and launched a search for Raju
Related cases cited: The article references alleged killings involving Bhuvaneshwari, Ranjita and Chaitra in Karnataka

thehansindia.com · 7 hrs ago