Salem: Two siblings were hacked to death and their mother and another sibling were critically injured in a brutal attack herein the Salem district in Tamil Nadu, officials said on Wednesday. A police case has been registered against the deceased kids’ father, identified as 42-year-old Ashok Kumar, who was questioned in connection with the killings.
According to the official reports, Kumar’s Wife Thavamani (38), and her three children, aged between 5 and 12, were found in a pool of blood at their residence in Krishnapuram village, Gangavalli. They were rushed to Attur Government Hospital for treatment where two children were pronounced dead upon arrival, while Thavamani and her 10-year-old daughter remain in critical condition.
According to initial reports, an auto-rickshaw driver by profession, Ashok Kumar had recently visited his family from whom he had been separated for six months due to domestic disputes. Upon arrival, he discovered his wife and children with grievous injuries.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the deaths may have been the result of a violent attack, though forensic experts are still examining the scene for evidence. Police have detained Kumar for interrogation to determine whether he had any role in the incident or if external factors were involved. Police sources said that during the initial investigation, it was revealed that Ashok Kumar also sustained cut injuries.
“The case is under investigation. We are gathering statements from relatives and neighbours to understand the events leading up to this tragedy,” a senior police officer said. However, the motive behind the attack remains unclear.
Salem District Superintendent of Police Gautham Goyal visited the spot. A police team led by Attur DSP Sathish Kumar questioned Ashok Kumar and found that he also had a cut wound on his head.
During the investigation, it was revealed that Ashok Kumar had allegedly attacked his wife and children with a sickle. It has also been revealed that the sickle in his hand also hit his head and caused injuries. There had been an argument between Ashok Kumar and his wife Thavamani through the night, as a result of which Ashok Kumar launched the attack, the police investigation revealed.
A case of murder and attempt to murder has been registered against Ashok Kumar, who is currently undergoing treatment at the Athur Government Hospital. The police said that he was under their surveillance.
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