Was Rubi’s murder simply revenge over a failed love? Understand the case in 7 points
Summary
Rubi Kumari Sah was found murdered inside a suitcase near Gaur-Sirsiya road, with investigations pointing to her ex-boyfriend Laxman Paswan who later died in a suicide attempt. The case highlights caste-based social tensions and personal conflict.
Key Points
- Rubi Kumari Sah, 30, was found murdered near Mudwala Gate on the Gaur-Sirsiya road.
- Laxman Paswan, Rubi's ex-boyfriend from a Dalit family, was implicated and later died after attempting suicide.
- Rubi and Laxman had a longstanding relationship challenged by caste differences and social opposition.
- The couple eloped and claimed to have married, but faced legal and family conflicts including accusations of abduction and human trafficking.
- Rubi separated and remarried; both maintained contact, complicating the situation.
- Laxman's emotional distress over Rubi's impending return to her husband and caste-based social pressures likely motivated the murder.
- After killing Rubi, Laxman attempted to dispose of her body but was unsuccessful and fled before attempting suicide.
