KARACHI: A woman allegedly burnt her husband to death today in New Karachi’s Bilal Colony.

The 37-year-old resident of F.B. area, Muhammad Suhail, had gone to conciliate with his disgruntled wife at her home on Tuesday night. His wife reportedly, with the help of her family members, doused Suhail with petrol and set him on fire.

According to deceased Suhail’s sister, her brother had been married since 15 years and was a father of four girls.

Suhail’s wife used to quarrel with him regularly, said the sister. She alleged that this time around, her brother had gone to meet his kids and reconcile with his wife, however, he didn’t return home alive.

According to the deceased’s wife, he used to abuse her most of the time and this time also she went home due to his behavior.

His mental condition wasn’t stable, said the wife, adding that he had self-immolated.

Police said that a case has been registered naming five people. The deceased’s wife, father-in-law and a relative were arrested.

According to the investigation officer, raids are being conducted to arrest more suspects.