Greater Noida tragedy: Couple dies, 3 children hospitalised after alleged poisoning, probe on
A couple died while their three minor children were hospitalised after allegedly consuming poison at their residence in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Police have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the incident, while the children are reported to be recovering and receiving treatment at a hospital in Delhi.
New Delhi: A five-member family allegedly consumed poison at a housing society in Uttar Pradesh’s Greater Noida. The couple died, while their three children were hospitalised and are undergoing treatment.
The family lived in Sadullapur village in the Ecotech-3 area. The deceased have been identified as Shravan (40) and his wife Neelam (38). The couple had three children aged 10, 8, and 4. Preliminary reports suggest the couple may have taken the step due to alleged familial strains.
What led the couple to take such harsh step
The incident came to light when the eldest daughter woke up and found her parents unconscious. Despite feeling weak and suffering from stomach pain, the minor informed neighbours. Upon discovering the situation, the neighbours alerted the police, The Times of India reported.
When the police reached the spot, all five family members were immediately shifted to a nearby hospital. Doctors declared Shravan and Neelam dead on arrival. The three children are reported to be recovering well and have since been shifted to a hospital in Delhi.
Investigations underway
According to the police, the bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination, and further investigation is underway. The autopsy reports are expected to ascertain the exact cause of death and guide the probe.
A relative alleged that he was informed on Thursday that the couple was unwell. When he reached the spot, he found that the family had already been shifted to the hospital, where the couple was declared dead on arrival. He claimed the couple appeared happy and said he was unaware of any possible strains in their lives.