A tragic incident unfolded in Delhi’s Karawal Nagar on the night of August 1, when a man allegedly murdered his wife and two minor daughters before fleeing the scene. The shocking crime occurred on the festive day of Raksha Bandhan, turning celebration into horror for the local community.
Police launch multi-team manhunt for accused Pradeep
The suspect, identified as Pradeep, is currently on the run. Police have launched a widespread manhunt, deploying multiple teams to track him across various locations. The bodies of the victims — 28-year-old Jaya Shri and her daughters aged five and seven — were sent to GTB Hospital for post-mortem.
“A man named Pradeep has murdered his wife and two daughters aged five and seven in Delhi’s Karawal Nagar area. The accused is absconding,” the Delhi Police confirmed in a statement quoted by ANI.
Locals became aware of the tragedy around 6 a.m. the following morning. According to neighbours, Pradeep and his wife frequently fought. “We got to know about the incident today morning at 6 am. When we opened the door, we saw the mother and two daughters on their bed. The husband and wife used to fight regularly,” one resident recalled.
Forensic team gathers evidence
While the exact cause of death and the sequence of events are under investigation, preliminary findings suggest that ongoing marital conflict may have triggered the violent act. A forensic team has collected evidence from the crime scene, and a formal FIR has been lodged against Pradeep.
This horrific triple murder has reminded many of a similar case in South Delhi’s Neb Sarai, where a 20-year-old man named Arjun killed his parents and sister in December last year. The motive in that incident was reportedly linked to a property dispute, after Arjun discovered his sister had been named the sole heir. Though he initially pretended to discover the bodies, police uncovered inconsistencies in his story and noted fresh injury marks on his hands. He eventually confessed to the killings, citing a strained relationship with his family.
As the hunt for Pradeep continues, Delhi Police are appealing to the public for any information that may help locate him. The case has sparked outrage and grief, casting a dark shadow over what should have been a day of joy and family bonding.
