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Couple and Son Killed in Jharkhand's Palamu, Police Suspect Witchcraft

Police cite a suspected witchcraft motive, with a manhunt underway.

Overview

  • The couple and their 18-year-old son were found dead at their home in the Panki police station area on Sunday, police said.
  • The deceased were identified as Vijay Bhuiyan, 45, his wife Kalia Devi, 40, and their son Chotu Bhuiyan, according to officials.
  • A minor daughter suffered severe injuries in the late-Saturday attack and has been admitted to a government hospital.
  • Initial investigation points to suspicion of witchcraft as the motive, said SDPO Manoj Kumar Jha.
  • Police have launched efforts to locate the attackers, and the bodies were sent to Medinirai Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem.