Man allegedly set ablaze by neighbour dies
His wife Mary, 50, had suffered burn injuries after they were allegedly set ablaze by their neighbour Williams Correya, 52.
Williams, who had a long-standing dispute with the couple, was later found dead. The victims were riding back home on a scooter when Williams allegedly hurled petrol on them and set them ablaze. (Suicide Prevention Helpline: Disha - 1056, 0471-2552056)
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