Ranchi: A gruesome triple murder has shaken the McCluskieganj area of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, where a man allegedly killed his wife and two young children using a grinding stone before fleeing the scene.
The incident took place late Monday night in Dhoop Basti, about 60 km from Ranchi city.
The accused, Ravi Lohara, is reported to have carried out the murders following a domestic dispute. He was living with his wife and children at his in-laws’ home.
According to the police, Ravi attacked his 29-year-old wife, Renu Devi, and their two children — Aarush Kumar (7) and Aarohi Kumari (4) — with a heavy grinding stone, killing all three on the spot.
The horrific crime came to light on Tuesday morning when the blood-stained bodies were discovered inside the house, causing panic and outrage among local residents.
Police were alerted by neighbors, and a team quickly arrived at the scene. A forensic unit also joined the investigation to collect evidence. The murder weapon — the grinding stone — has been recovered.
Ranchi (Rural) Superintendent of Police, Sumit Kumar Agarwal, confirmed that the accused is absconding. “Multiple teams are conducting raids to arrest Ravi Lohara. He will be caught soon,” he said.
Locals described Ravi as short-tempered and mentally unstable, often involved in quarrels, especially when intoxicated. He had a history of domestic violence and frequent disputes with his wife and neighbors.
Residents said they heard screams from the house on Monday night but assumed it was another routine argument and did not intervene.
The brutal nature of the crime, especially involving young children, has left the community in shock. Police are continuing their investigation, and efforts to locate the accused are ongoing.
With inputs from IANS