Man kills wife, 2 daughters in Shamli; arrested

India Dec 17, 2025

In Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, a man named Farooq has admitted to killing his wife Tahira and their daughters, Shareen and Afreen.
Their disappearance last week led the village headman to alert police.
Police said Farooq felt his "honor had been compromised" after Tahira left home without a burqa.
He's now in custody.

What police found and what happens next

During questioning, Farooq revealed he buried the bodies in a pit at their home.
Police have recovered a pistol and cartridges believed to be used in the crime.
The investigation suggests an argument over money may have triggered the violence.
Officers are continuing their probe while Farooq remains behind bars.