Bagalkot Tragedy: Woman Allegedly Murders 3 Children After Family Quarrel
In a heart-wrenching incident that has shocked the community, a woman allegedly murdered her three young children and attempted suicide in Hire Muchalagudda village, Badami taluk, Bagalkot district, on Sunday. The police have indicated that a family quarrel appears to be the primary reason behind this devastating suicide pact.
Details of the Incident
According to the Badami police, the accused, Roopa Hanumant Goudar, aged 28, married Hanumant Goudar in 2018. The investigation has revealed that Roopa and her mother-in-law, Renavva Goudar, were frequently involved in heated arguments. Following one such intense quarrel on Sunday, Roopa is said to have taken a drastic and tragic step.
Police reports state that she allegedly killed her three children by hanging them using a cloth. The victims have been identified as Samruddhi Hanumantappa Goudar, aged 5, Pritam Hanumantappa Goudar, aged 4, and Sukshit Hanumantappa Goudar, just 2 years old. After this horrific act, Roopa attempted to die by suicide by consuming diesel. However, she survived the attempt and is currently receiving medical treatment at a private hospital in Bagalkot.
Police Response and Legal Actions
The police have swiftly responded to the incident, registering a murder case against Roopa Goudar. Additionally, a harassment case has been filed against her mother-in-law, Renavva Goudar, based on preliminary findings. Superintendent of Police Siddharth Goyal, who visited the scene, commented on the situation.
"Prima facie, a family quarrel seems to be the reason for this tragedy," SP Goyal stated. "The woman's mother-in-law and father-in-law harassed her. Once she recovers, we will record her statement and investigate the matter thoroughly to uncover all the details."
Community Impact and Investigation
This incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the severe consequences of domestic disputes. The police are now focusing on a comprehensive investigation to understand the full context and ensure justice is served.
- The murder case against Roopa is under active investigation.
- The harassment case against Renavva will be pursued to determine the extent of her involvement.
- Authorities are awaiting Roopa's recovery to obtain her official statement, which is crucial for the case.
As the investigation progresses, the community and authorities are grappling with the profound loss and seeking answers to prevent such tragedies in the future.
