Madurai man kills two minor daughters over domestic quarrel

S. Sethupathi attempted suicide after allegedly killing his two daughters

A 30-year-old man, S. Sethupathi, allegedly murdered his two minor daughters and attempted suicide following a quarrel with his wife in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on Thursday (September 26, 2024). He has been admitted to the Government Rajaji Hospital.

The police said the accused, a painter who lives in Yagappa Nagar, had an altercation with his wife Rajeswari, and in a fit of rage, he allegedly slit the throats of his daughters Rakshana, 7, and Rakshitha, 5, at around 9 a.m on Thursday. He then attempted suicide.

The Anna Nagar police have registered a case and are investigating.

(Assistance for overcoming suicidal thoughts is available on the State’s health helpline 104, Tele-MANAS 14416 and Sneha’s suicide prevention helpline 044-24640050.)

Published - September 26, 2024 02:47 pm IST