Feb 21 • 16:52 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Five bodies found together in a locked house; wife and children on the ground while husband was hanging

In a shocking incident in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh, the bodies of five family members were found in a locked house, leading to speculation of a mass suicide.

A disturbing event has occurred in Kasganj district, Uttar Pradesh, where the bodies of five members of the same family were discovered inside a locked house. The house had been closed for three days, raising concerns among neighbors, who prompted the police to intervene after noticing no activity. Upon breaking down the door, the police found the scene to be horrifying, with bodies scattered in different locations within the home. Initial investigations suggest that it may be a case of mass suicide.

The family was identified as Shyamveer Singh (50), a welder, and his wife Sheila (48), along with their children: daughters Akanksha (10) and Prachi (12), and son Greece (8). The locals speculated that Shyamveer may have poisoned his family members before taking his own life, reflected in the gruesome discovery. This tragic incident has raised several questions regarding the mental health and family dynamics leading to such drastic actions.

This incident not only highlights the alarming rates of familial distress and mental health issues in society but also calls for immediate community support and psychological assistance. As the investigation continues, the police will be looking into the circumstances that could have led to this tragedy, while the community mourns the loss of five individuals from one family.

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