Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Kolkata Man Detained After Mother's Death in Assault
In Kolkata, a son is accused of killing his mother.
The woman, Nandita Basu, was found dead at her home after an argument with her son, Mainak Basu.
Police have detained Mainak and are investigating the incident.
The police found blood and a cold body when arriving at the scene.
They suspect that a property dispute might be the reason for their argument that led to the murder.
A 65-year-old woman, Nandita Basu, was beaten to death in Kolkata.
Her son, Mainak Basu, has been detained on murder charges.
The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon in the Beliaghata area.
Police found the victim unconscious with blood coming from her mouth.
A property dispute is suspected to be a contributing factor in the argument.
- Who
- Nandita Basu (deceased) and her son Mainak Basu (detained).
- What
- Nandita Basu was beaten to death by her son.
- When
- Saturday afternoon.
- Where
- Beliaghata area, Kolkata.
- Why
- Investigation ongoing; potential dispute over property.
- Victim
- Nandita Basu, 65
- Suspect
- Mainak Basu, son
- Location
- Kabi Sukanta Sarani, Beliaghata, Kolkata
- Incident Date
- Saturday
- Charges
- Murder
- Status
- Detained
Sources
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