Hanamkonda man Azaruddin accused of drowning pregnant wife and daughters
India
A deeply disturbing case from Hanamkonda, Telangana: a man named Azaruddin is in custody for drowning his pregnant wife, Farhat, and their two young daughters in a swimming pool.
Police say Azaruddin was driven by the fear that his wife would have another girl.
Azaruddin confessed to forcing 2 abortions
Farhat's father raised suspicions against Azaruddin, leading police to question him.
After some questioning, Azaruddin reportedly confessed to the murders: he had previously forced Farhat into two abortions because he wanted a son.
This case is now sparking conversations about the harsh reality of gender discrimination and domestic violence.