Ludhiana, March 23 -- An 18-year-old woman was found murdered in her rented accommodation in Guru Gobind Singh Nagar on Sunday, with her husband suspected to have fled and police suspecting his involvement in the crime.

The victim, identified as Suman, was found inside the house after neighbours grew suspicious as the couple had not been seen for two days. The house was locked from the outside, prompting residents to alert the landlord. With the help of locals, the gate was broken open, leading to the discovery of the body.

Police said the body bore strangulation marks, indicating murder. Suspicion has fallen on her husband Aman, a labourer, who is currently absconding.

According to ASI Ravinder Kumar of Shimlapuri police station, the ...