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Navy sailor, wife and 2 children found dead at Mumbai residence; probe underway

Police are investigating the incident, while the Indian Navy said it is extending all possible assistance.

Navy sailor, wife and 2 children found dead at Mumbai residence; probe underway

An Indian Navy sailor, his wife and their two children were found dead at their residence in Navy Nagar, south Mumbai, on Saturday. The Mumbai Police have initiated an investigation to determine the exact cause of the deaths. Preliminary information suggests the sailor may have taken his own life, with poisoning suspected as the cause of death for his wife and two children.

However, the final cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem and forensic examination reports are received. Neighbors, relatives and colleagues are being questioned to ascertain if the deceased was under stress or facing family tensions. Navy authorities are offering all assistance to the police.

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