Summary of the Tragic Incident
Reports indicate that a man from Punjab, India, allegedly stabbed his wife to death in Canada shortly after their arrival, leading to his arrest on charges of murder.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred on Friday, March 15, where Jagpreet Singh, a 50-year-old man from Ludhiana, Punjab, was taken into custody after his wife, Balwinder Kaur, 41, was discovered with stab wounds at their residence in Abbotsford, Canada.
Police Response and Arrest
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Abbotsford Police Department (AbbyPD) responded to a reported assault around 10:50 pm local time, finding Kaur with life-threatening injuries. Despite efforts to save her, Kaur succumbed to her wounds in the hospital. Singh was apprehended at the scene and charged with second-degree murder the following day.
Confession to Family
Media reports suggest that Singh contacted his mother in Ludhiana to confess to the crime, stating, “I have put her to sleep forever.” The victim’s sister revealed that Singh had been pressuring Kaur to expedite their travel to Canada, where financial disputes arose due to Singh’s unemployment.
Family Background
Singh and Kaur, married in 2000, had two children. Their daughter, studying in Canada, faced health issues, prompting Kaur’s visit to care for her. Allegations of harassment by Singh emerged soon after her arrival, contrasting claims of a harmonious relationship made by Singh’s brother.