A father and his daughter died, while his wife and son are undergoing treatment after a suspected poisoning incident involving a family of four in Patiala's Officer Colony on Thursday, police said.
Incident Details
According to preliminary information, an ongoing dispute over financial transactions among relatives may have led to tensions within the family. Police suspect that the head of the family allegedly poisoned his wife and two children before consuming the poison himself. However, officials said the exact sequence of events and motive are yet to be established.
Casualties and Hospitalization
The father and daughter were declared dead, while the mother and son were admitted to hospital, where they are receiving treatment. The condition of the mother and son is reported to be critical.
Investigation Underway
Police teams reached the spot soon after the incident and launched an investigation. Forensic evidence is being collected, and statements of family members and relatives are being recorded. The police are probing the financial dispute angle as a possible motive.
