Bhubaneswar, Jan. 27 -- A disturbing incident was reported from Malipur village under Pattamundai Rural Police limits in Odisha's Kendrapara district, where a man allegedly attacked his wife with a sharp weapon following a family dispute and later attempted suicide.

The accused has been identified as Pratap Malik, while the injured woman is his wife, Bharati. According to sources, the couple had a heated verbal altercation late on Monday night over a family-related issue, which soon escalated into violence.

In a fit of rage, Pratap allegedly attacked Bharati with a sharp weapon, locally known as a katari, causing serious injuries to her head and neck. After the assault, he reportedly fled the spot.

Hearing the woman's screams, neighbou...