UPDATE: A man accused of staging his wife’s death as a tragic accident on their farm is set to stand trial for murder. Yadwinder Singh, aged 46, faces serious charges in connection with the death of his wife, Amarjit Kaur Sardar, 41, following a shocking incident in February 2024 in Woodhill, south of Brisbane.
The incident occurred when Ms. Sardar was discovered lying two meters away from a tractor’s slashing attachment, with both legs amputated. She was pronounced dead at the scene, prompting an immediate police investigation. Forensic experts testified that her fatal injuries were likely not caused by the tractor, revealing a troubling narrative surrounding her death.
During a committal hearing at Beenleigh Magistrates Court, forensic pathologist Dr. Beng Ong presented critical findings, stating that Ms. Sardar suffered 25 injuries to her head, face, and scalp. These injuries were inconsistent with damage typically inflicted by slasher blades. “These injuries are probably more consistent with some sort of blunt trauma,” Dr. Ong reported.
Singh previously told police that he had been in an argument with his wife before reversing the tractor with the slasher running. However, Dr. Ong’s testimony raised serious doubts about this account. He noted the lack of blood at the scene, indicating that if Ms. Sardar had been alive during the accident, there would have been significantly more blood present. “If she was still alive and her heart was beating, I would expect more,” he stated.
In a shocking twist, the prosecution has theorized that Ms. Sardar may have been killed by a brick. Evidence presented in court revealed that a brick with her hair was found 40 metres from her body, across a fence line. This discovery complicates the narrative and raises questions about the circumstances leading to her tragic death.
Singh, who appeared in court wearing a turban and a black Lonsdale t-shirt, opted not to provide evidence or enter a plea. He has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to face trial for murder and interfering with a corpse at a future date.
Outside the court, Singh’s lawyer, Andrew Bale, expressed concerns over the prosecution’s case. “The prosecution has not provided evidence that Ms. Sardar’s death wasn’t an accident,” he argued. Bale emphasized Singh’s state during the incident, stating, “(Singh) was the person to call triple zero. He was utterly distraught and performing CPR when police arrived.”
As this unsettling case continues to unfold, the public is left questioning the truth behind Ms. Sardar’s death. The implications of this trial extend beyond legal ramifications, touching on issues of domestic violence and the complexities of human relationships.
Stay tuned for further updates as this case develops. For those in need of support, resources are available: contact 1800 RESPECT at 1800 737 732 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.
