BENGALURU: A 40-year-old man allegedly smothered his two young sons before dying by suicide in Karnataka’s Tumakuru district, police said on Saturday.
The incident took place in Alakere village under Kunigal police limits, where Shivanna and his sons, aged six and eleven, were found dead at their home.
Police said Shivanna, who worked at a private factory and also served as a temple priest, was reportedly distressed over his wife Kavya’s alleged relationship with a man identified as Hemanth. The issue had led to frequent domestic disputes, prompting a prior counselling session involving police and local community members.
Despite the intervention, the alleged affair continued, which reportedly pushed Shivanna into severe distress. Taking advantage of the absence of others at home, he allegedly smothered his children before hanging himself.
A murder case has been registered against Shivanna based on a complaint filed by a relative. Additionally, police have booked Kavya and Hemanth for abetment to suicide. Further investigation is underway.
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