Man who killed 4 family members & girlfriend with hammer used drugs, say police
In a shocking incident, a 23-year-old man in Kerala has been accused of killing four of his family members and his girlfriend using a hammer. The police have confirmed that they have found evidence of drug use by the suspect, who later surrendered to the authorities.
According to the police, the suspect, who has been identified as [Name], attacked his family members and girlfriend with a hammer at his home in Kerala’s Kollam district. The victims include his parents, a younger brother, and his girlfriend. The police received a call about the incident and rushed to the scene, where they found the bodies.
The police say that the suspect had gone to the police station after committing the murders and surrendered. An investigation was launched, and during the course of the investigation, the police found evidence of drug use. “The exact nature of the drug can be ascertained only after scientific examination,” a police officer was quoted as saying by PTI.
The motive behind the murders is still unclear, but the police believe that the suspect’s drug use may have played a role in the incident. The police are investigating the suspect’s background and are trying to determine whether he had a history of drug use.
This is not the first time that drug use has been linked to violent crimes in Kerala. In recent years, there has been a rise in drug-related violence in the state, with many cases involving young people who have become addicted to drugs.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many people expressing outrage and disbelief at the senseless violence. The police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the murders and are trying to piece together the events that led up to the tragedy.
The victims’ families are in mourning, and the police are providing them with support and counseling. The police are also working to determine whether there was any warning sign or indication that the suspect was planning to commit the murders.
As the investigation continues, the police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The police are also working to determine whether the suspect had any accomplices or whether there was any other factor that contributed to the murders.
In the meantime, the community is coming together to mourn the loss of the four family members and the girlfriend who were killed in the senseless violence. The incident is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of drug use and the importance of addressing the root causes of addiction.
As the investigation continues, it is clear that the police are working to uncover the truth behind the murders and to bring the suspect to justice. The community is also coming together to support the victims’ families and to demand justice for the senseless violence that was committed.
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