A man accused of murdering his twin daughters and lodged in Kanpur jail attempted suicide on Sunday by slitting his own throat inside the prison, officials confirmed. Fellow inmates noticed him writhing in pain and immediately informed the jail authorities, after which he was rushed to Ursala Hospital for treatment.
Details of the Incident
According to sources, the accused was under severe stress due to guilt over his crime. He sharpened the steel plate provided during mealtime and used it to slash his own throat. Fellow inmates heard him cry out in pain and alerted the jail officials, who acted swiftly to provide medical assistance.
Medical Condition and Response
Jail Superintendent Rajesh Pandey stated that his condition is out of danger and he would be taken back to jail after receiving clearance from doctors. The prompt response from inmates and jail staff likely saved his life.
Background of the Case
The accused, Shashiranjan Mishra, a medical representative, had murdered his twin daughters Riddhi and Siddhi at his residence in Kidwai Nagar on the night of April 18. He strangled them and then placed a chopper on their necks, striking it with a hammer. Police arrested him and sent him to jail, where he has been lodged ever since.
The incident has raised concerns about mental health support for inmates in prisons, especially those accused of heinous crimes. Authorities are reviewing protocols to prevent such attempts in the future.
