Man who killed 4 family members & girlfriend with hammer used drugs, say police
In a shocking and gruesome incident, a 23-year-old man in Kerala, India, has been arrested for killing four of his family members and his girlfriend using a hammer. The brutal murders sent shockwaves through the community, and police are still trying to piece together the motive behind the heinous crime.
According to police reports, the accused, who has not been named, went to the police station after the murders and surrendered. Initial investigations revealed that the victims were the accused’s family members, including his parents, sister, and brother, as well as his girlfriend.
Police officials said that they found evidence of drug use at the crime scene, which may have played a role in the accused’s state of mind leading up to the murders. “The exact nature of the drug can be ascertained only after scientific examination,” a police officer was quoted as saying by PTI.
The incident occurred in a small village in Kerala’s Aluva district, where the accused lived with his family. According to eyewitnesses, the accused was seen arguing with his family members earlier in the day, but no one suspected that he would resort to such extreme violence.
Police officials said that they received a call from a neighbor around 10 pm, reporting a commotion at the accused’s house. When they arrived at the scene, they found the bodies of the victims, all of whom had been brutally assaulted with a hammer.
The accused, who was found at the scene, was taken into custody and is currently being questioned by police. Officials said that he has so far refused to reveal a motive for the murders, and they are still trying to piece together the events leading up to the crime.
The investigation is ongoing, with police collecting evidence from the crime scene and interviewing witnesses. Forensic experts are also working to determine the exact nature of the drugs found at the scene.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many expressing outrage and disbelief at the accused’s actions. “How could someone do such a thing?” asked a neighbor, who wished to remain anonymous. “It’s just unthinkable.”
The case has also raised questions about the role of drugs in violence and crime. While it is unclear whether the drugs found at the scene contributed to the accused’s state of mind, it is clear that drug use can have devastating consequences.
In a statement, the Kerala police department condemned the incident and vowed to ensure that the accused is brought to justice. “We will leave no stone unturned to ensure that the accused is punished for this heinous crime,” said a police official.
As the investigation continues, the community is left to grapple with the shocking reality of the crime. The victims, who were all young adults, were known for their friendly and outgoing personalities, and their loss is being felt deeply by those who knew them.
The accused, meanwhile, remains in custody, awaiting trial and facing the possibility of a life sentence. As the case unfolds, it is clear that the consequences of drug use can be devastating, and that the impact of such crimes can be felt for years to come.
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