Tragic Family Murders Uncovered in Kharibans: A Mystery Unfolds

In a tragic incident, land surveyor Ashok Rathi allegedly killed his family before committing suicide in Kharibans. Police are investigating the motive, examining medical records, and analyzing an audio message he sent to his sister. Family conflicts over living arrangements may have been a contributing factor.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Saharanpur | Updated: 21-01-2026 18:13 IST | Created: 21-01-2026 18:13 IST
Tragic Family Murders Uncovered in Kharibans: A Mystery Unfolds
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In a deeply unsettling case, Ashok Rathi, a land surveyor, allegedly took the lives of his wife, mother, and two sons before committing suicide in his ancestral village of Kharibans. The simultaneous last rites left the community in profound shock and grief.

The local police continue to delve into the underlying causes of this tragic event. Senior Superintendent of Police Ashish Tiwari revealed that the investigation hinges on an audio message from Ashok to his sister, offering potential insights into his state of mind and the motive.

Evidence indicates gunshot wounds as the cause of death for all five family members. Amidst gathering clues, the authorities are also considering family disputes over living arrangements and Ashok's battles with depression, exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic, as possible factors in this sorrowful event.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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