Ananova:

A Chilean woman has been sent to prison after she tried to bite off her husband's penis.

The unnamed woman, from Osorno, told police that she had a jealousy fit and was unable to control herself.

She faces charges of grevious bodily harm and is currently in custody awaiting a trial.

According to Austral Osorno Newspaper, the husband is recovering after minor surgery in hospital.

A police spokesperson said: "The wife said that this was the only way to teach her husband a lesson.

"She said it was a proof of love and is sure the husband will understand and forgive her."