Residents of Parsa village in Kushinagar district witnessed a horrific scene on Monday. They rushed out after hearing screams, only to find a man attacking his wife and mother on the roof of their house.
Brutal Attack with Brick
Sikandar Gupta, a 30-year-old labourer, used a brick to smash the heads of his wife Priyanka, 28, and his mother Runa Devi, 60. Police reports indicate he first assaulted them with sticks before switching to the brick.
Gruesome Details Emerge
After killing both women, Gupta mutilated their bodies in a shocking act. He then hurled pieces of flesh at the onlookers who had gathered at the scene. This cannibalistic behavior left the villagers traumatized.
Accused Arrested at Home
Police arrested Sikandar Gupta at his residence in Parsa village. Senior Superintendent of Police Keshav Mishra confirmed the arrest and provided initial details about the case.
A case of double murder has been registered against the accused, stated SP Mishra. Police are currently examining his mental state to understand what led to this brutal crime.
Background of the Accused
Gupta worked as a labourer in Mumbai before returning to his village approximately one month ago. His sudden violent outburst against his own family members has left the community in shock and disbelief.
The incident has raised serious questions about mental health awareness in rural areas. Local authorities are investigating whether any prior warning signs were missed or ignored.
Villagers described the scene as something out of a nightmare. Many are now calling for better psychological support systems in remote communities to prevent such tragedies in the future.
