Man who killed 4 family members & girlfriend with hammer used drugs, say police
In a shocking case of violence, a 23-year-old man in Kerala, India, has confessed to killing his four family members and his girlfriend using a hammer. The gruesome murders took place at their residence in Kerala, and the accused has reportedly surrendered to the police after committing the crime.
According to police officials, the accused, who has not been named, had a history of drug use and had consumed drugs before committing the murders. While the exact nature of the drug used is yet to be determined, police have confirmed that they have found “evidence of drug use” on the accused.
The incident occurred on Monday evening when the accused, who is a resident of the same house, allegedly used a hammer to kill his family members, including his parents, a sibling, and his girlfriend. The victims were identified as the accused’s mother, 45, father, 50, sister, 25, and his girlfriend, 22.
The accused, who is said to be a quiet and reserved individual, had a strained relationship with his family members, who were from a wealthy background. However, there were no reported disputes or conflicts that could have led to such a violent outburst.
Police officials said that the accused had been acting suspiciously in the days leading up to the murders, and had been seen arguing with his family members on several occasions. However, the exact motive behind the murders is still unclear, and an investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the crime.
The accused was arrested after he surrendered to the police at around 9 pm on Monday evening. He is currently being held in custody and is being questioned by detectives.
According to police sources, the accused had been using drugs for some time before the murders. “The exact nature of the drug can be ascertained only after scientific examination,” a police officer told PTI.
The investigation into the murders is ongoing, and police are gathering evidence and questioning witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the crime. The police have also recovered the hammer used in the murders and are examining it for fingerprints and other evidence.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with neighbors and friends of the victims expressing their grief and outrage at the brutal nature of the crime. The case has also raised concerns about the ease with which individuals can access and use drugs, and the potential consequences for their mental and emotional well-being.
As the investigation continues, it is clear that the accused’s history of drug use played a significant role in the commission of the murders. The case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from the misuse of drugs, and the importance of addressing the root causes of drug addiction.
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