In a shocking incident in a village near Ghatampur, Uttar Pradesh, a man brutally hacked his teenage daughter and her minor lover to death on Friday night. The accused, a truck driver by profession, was promptly arrested by the police, who also recovered the axe used in the gruesome crime.
The tragic incident unfolded when the 16-year-old girl, involved in a relationship with a 15-year-old boy from the same village, invited him to her home on Friday evening. The girl’s parents were away attending a relative’s marriage in the neighboring Banda district. Unfortunately, the clandestine meeting was discovered when the girl’s uncle caught the two teenagers and locked them inside the house. He promptly informed his brother (the girl’s father) about the situation.
Upon receiving the distressing news, the father abruptly returned home and committed the heinous act. He mercilessly hacked his own daughter and her lover to death. The Circle Officer, Pawan Gautam, revealed that the police arrested the father, and the murder weapon, the blood-stained axe, was seized as evidence.
This tragic incident sheds light on the complexities surrounding relationships in certain communities and the extreme reactions that can arise due to societal pressures. The swift police action in apprehending the father underscores the gravity of the crime committed. The community is left grappling with the aftermath of this horrifying event, emphasizing the importance of addressing issues related to relationships and communication within families to prevent such tragic outcomes. Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation to understand the motives behind this brutal crime and ensure that justice is served.