Man murders family, surrenders to police
In a tragic incident in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, 45-year-old Sundaravelu allegedly murdered his wife Poongodi (38) and their two young daughters, Jayadurga (10) and Jayalakshmi (7), in the early hours of Saturday.
The attack reportedly happened after a family argument at their home.
Sundaravelu later went to the local police station, confessed to the murders, and handed over the sickle used in the crime.
Ongoing tension between Sundaravelu and his wife
Police found the victims at the family's house on Saturday morning.
Investigators say there was ongoing tension between Sundaravelu and his wife before this happened.
Forensic teams are examining evidence while officers record statements to piece together exactly what led up to this heartbreaking event.
The case is still under active investigation.