An Indian man has been convicted of murdering his wife in Abbotsford, British Columbia, after a violent assault at their home late on a Sunday night.
Incident details
Patrol officers were called to a report of an assault in progress at a residence on Wagner Drive, near Ridgeview Drive, around 10:50 p.m., according to Abbotsford police. The victim was found with life-threatening injuries and later died in hospital.
The accused, whose identity has not been disclosed, was arrested at the scene. He was subsequently charged with second-degree murder and convicted following a trial.
Community impact
Neighbors expressed shock at the violence, describing the couple as quiet and private. The case has drawn attention to domestic violence issues in the South Asian community. According to statistics, one in three women in Canada experiences intimate partner violence in their lifetime.
“This is a tragic reminder of the need for support services for victims of domestic abuse,” said a spokesperson for the B.C. Women's Hospital. The conviction brings a measure of closure, but the family continues to grieve.
The court has scheduled sentencing for a later date.
