Four of a family allegedly die by suicide at Pendurthi in Visakhapatnam
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths and are yet to establish the exact sequence of events
Four members of a family, including two children, reportedly took their own lives in Chintala Agraharam, Pendurthi, Visakhapatnam on Saturday (August 29, 2026), according to local sources. The deceased have been identified as M. Vinod Kumar, his wife Ahalya, and their two children, aged around three and two years respectively. Vinod Kumar, an autorickshaw driver, lived with his family in a rented house near his in-laws' residence at Chintala Agraharam.
Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths and are yet to determine the exact sequence of events. Family members suspect financial difficulties and alleged family disputes as potential causes for the tragic event, though definitive reasons have not been established. The incident has caused shockwaves in the locality, with neighbors reporting that Praveen Kumar, Vinod's elder son, had allegedly sent a message to his brother indicating that the family was planning to die.
By the time relatives arrived at the house, all four family members had already been found dead. The bodies are being transported to King George Hospital (KGH) for post-mortem examination. Individuals experiencing distress or having suicidal thoughts are advised to seek help and counseling by contacting relevant helplines.
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