New Delhi: A devastating incident has shaken Wazipur village after a man allegedly murdered his wife and four young children late on Saturday night before attempting to take his own life, said officials on Sunday. He is currently being treated at a government hospital for injuries to his neck and wrists.
The suspect is identified as Nazim, who is a native of Moradabad and works at a local salon in Gurugram. He was found at the scene after an apparent suicide attempt.
Gurugram Police ACP, Naveen, told reporters, “Police have launched an investigation into the incident. Preliminary investigation suggests that, distressed by domestic strife, the accused committed the crime. He carried out this entire crime sometime between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.”
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The horrific incident came to light around 9:30 pm when local police received a PCR call reporting multiple bodies found dead inside a residence. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victims include a 35-year-old woman and four children aged 14, 12, 10 and 8. The initial reports suggest that the victims were poisoned before the accused turned a blade on himself.
Forensic teams and senior police officials spent several hours at the house collecting evidence. The crime is believed to have occurred in a narrow window between 9 pm and 10 pm. While the bodies have been moved to the mortuary for post-mortem exams, the village remains in a state of shock over the sudden loss of a family of six.
Reason behind death
The preliminary investigation suggests that the family might have been struggling with deep-seated domestic issues or financial burdens. The residents of the area revealed that the family had been living in the house as tenants for eight to nine months.
Another neighbour told reporters, “No one knew if there were some domestic issues between the wife and the husband. It’s just shocking.”
Police said that a detailed investigation is underway, and the post-mortem results are awaited to determine the exact cause of the death.
Police investigation underway
Police have stated that the accused is not yet in a condition to be questioned. Doctors are monitoring his stability and investigators are waiting for medical clearance before recording his formal statement. At this stage, the exact reason for such a violent act remains unclear, though authorities are looking into every possible angle.