In a tragic incident in Uttar Pradesh's Ambedkar Nagar district, four children were found dead under mysterious circumstances in their home on Monday. The mother of the children is missing, prompting a police investigation.
Details of the Incident
The bodies of the four children, aged between 4 and 10 years, were discovered in their residence in the Jalalpur area. Preliminary reports suggest that the children may have been dead for several hours before being found. The father, who works as a laborer in another city, was not present at the time of the incident.
Police Investigation Underway
Upon receiving information, local police rushed to the spot and sent the bodies for post-mortem examination. Senior police officials have also visited the scene. The mother, identified as 32-year-old Sunita Devi, is missing, and efforts are on to trace her. Police are investigating whether the children were poisoned or if there was any foul play.
Authorities have registered a case and are questioning neighbors and relatives to piece together the sequence of events. The father has been informed and is returning home. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with residents expressing grief and demanding a thorough investigation.
Official Statements
Superintendent of Police (SP) Ambedkar Nagar, Alok Priyadarshi, said, "We are investigating all angles. The bodies have been sent for autopsy, and we are trying to locate the mother. No arrests have been made yet." He added that forensic teams have collected evidence from the spot.
The incident highlights the need for better mental health support and social safety nets in rural areas. Further updates are awaited as the investigation progresses.
