Cops smash door to enter flat, snatch knife to save woman from hubby’s assault

Nagpur: Beltarodi police barged into a flat after smashing its door to save a woman from an alleged murderous assault by her husband shortly after Wednesday midnight. Police disarmed the knife-wielding man, a hardened criminal, just minutes after he launched the attack and rushed the woman to a private hospital, covering a distance of 9.3km in just 10 minutes.The incident occurred when cops on night patrol in Gotalpanjari area under Beltarodi police station were alerted by a man that his son, Rishikesh Wankhede (22), was stabbing his wife, Ashlesha (25), in their flat at Green City-4. Police inspector Mukund Kawade directed his team, comprising PSI Narayan Ghodke and constable Ritesh Gotmare, to rush to the spot. After breaking open the door, cops saw Rishikesh attacking his wife with a sharp weapon and blood splattered across the floor. Gotmare grabbed the blood-soaked knife from the accused and took him into custody.As per police, Ashlesha's condition is now stable. "Police coordinated with the doctors to ensure Ashlesha's treatment was not delayed. We could take her to hospital within the golden hour," said senior PI Kawade, adding Rishikesh was lodged in Aurangabad jail for one year under MPDA.Rishikesh allegedly attacked Ashlesha suspecting infidelity. Rishikesh has several offences registered against him, including murder and armed dacoity, said police.A case of attempt to murder was registered against Rishikesh under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Police have collected forensic evidence, blood samples and witness statements.CP Singal has announced special commendation and certificates for PI Mukund Kavade, PSI Narayan Ghodke, constable Ritesh Gotmare and the entire Beltarodi police team.