Police probe twin theories as hanging husband and wife's body on cot raise unanswered questions

A middle-aged couple was found dead under mysterious circumstances in their locked house in Tivni village on Wednesday morning, leaving investigators grappling with two possible theories – murder followed by suicide, or a fatal shock that may have triggered a heart attack.

The bodies of Ramnivas Kori, 45, and his wife Shakuntala, 43, were discovered around 9 am inside a room whose door was bolted from within. While Ramnivas was found hanging from a noose, Shakuntala's body lay motionless on a wooden cot. No external injuries or bloodstains have been reported so far.

Father Breaks Open Door

Mangal Kori, the deceased man's father, had been away at his fields on Tuesday night. When he returned home around 8 am on Wednesday, repeated knocking and calling out drew no response from the couple. Growing anxious, he called a neighbour and managed to force open a rear door.

What he saw inside left him screaming. The commotion woke up the couple's 18-year-old son Jeeshu, who had been sleeping on the terrace. Within minutes, other villagers gathered outside the house as word spread.

Two Competing Theories

Police and the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team are examining the scene from multiple angles. According to officials, one line of investigation suggests that Ramnivas may have strangled his wife before hanging himself. However, investigators are also exploring a second possibility – that the husband died by suicide first, and the wife suffered a cardiac arrest upon discovering his body.

"We are waiting for the autopsy and FSL reports to determine the exact sequence of events. No suicide note has been recovered from the spot," a local police officer said.

Sources familiar with the matter said the absence of struggle marks or visible injuries on Shakuntala's body makes the heart attack theory plausible, though nothing has been ruled out yet.

Just Two Days After Returning Home

The family is still struggling to understand what led to the tragedy. Ramnivas worked as a truck driver for a businessman in Rewa and also helped his family with farming. He had returned to Tivni only two days ago, according to his father.

"There is no reason we can think of that would push them to this," Mangal Kori told reporters at the scene, visibly distraught.

The couple's son Jeeshu, now the lone surviving child, has been questioned by police along with other relatives to reconstruct the events leading up to Tuesday night.

Forensic Evidence Being Collected

An FSL team has collected samples from the room, including fingerprints and possible ligature marks. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination, which will confirm whether Shakuntala's death resulted from strangulation, poisoning, or a medical event such as a heart attack.

Local authorities have appealed to villagers not to speculate while the investigation is underway. Officials said a clearer picture is expected within 48 hours once forensic reports arrive.

A shocking family tragedy has surfaced from Durg, where a couple and their two children were found dead inside their home under suspicious circumstances. Police recovered the bodies of the husband and wife hanging from the ceiling, while the two children were found lying dead on a bed inside the room.

The incident took place under the jurisdiction of Mohan Nagar police station and has triggered widespread concern across the state. Investigators recovered suicide notes from the house in which the woman allegedly described marital disputes, her husband’s extra-marital affair, and details related to the deaths of the children. According to police officials, the deceased were identified as Govind Sahu (45), his wife Chanchal Sahu (40), daughter Drishti Sahu (13), and son Yashant Sahu (11). The incident has become one of the major Public Interest Story and Trending News India developments due to the disturbing nature of the case and the involvement of minor children.

Bodies Found Inside Room

Police officials said the bodies were discovered inside a room of the family’s residence. Govind Sahu and Chanchal Sahu were found hanging from separate nooses, while the bodies of their children were lying on the bed nearby. Local police teams reached the spot after receiving information and immediately sealed the area for forensic examination. Initial investigation indicated that the deaths may be linked to a murder-suicide case, though officials stated that final conclusions will depend on the postmortem report and forensic findings.

Suicide Notes Recovered

According to investigators, two handwritten suicide notes were recovered from the house. One of the notes reportedly contained writing believed to belong to both husband and wife. Police sources indicated that the contents suggest the couple may have taken the extreme step together after prolonged domestic disputes. In the note allegedly written by Chanchal Sahu, she accused her husband of having extra-marital affairs and expressed dissatisfaction with her married life. Police officials said the authenticity of the notes is being verified as part of the investigation.

Disturbing Claims In Note

The suicide note allegedly contains disturbing details regarding the deaths of the children. According to preliminary police findings, the woman claimed that she first gave alcohol to the children and later administered sleeping injections.

The note further mentioned that when the children’s deaths were not confirmed, they were allegedly strangled using a rope. Investigators also recovered liquor bottles from inside the house, indicating alcohol consumption before the incident. Police said injury marks resembling slap marks were also noticed on the woman’s face, raising suspicion that a heated argument may have occurred before the deaths.

Love Marriage Against Family Wishes

Family members told investigators that Govind and Chanchal had married against the wishes of their families. According to relatives, Chanchal remained unhappy in her married life for several years after the marriage. In the note, she reportedly apologised to her parents and family members before taking the extreme step. Police sources said the woman had mentioned emotional stress and repeated disputes in the relationship.

Children Studied At Private School

The couple’s two children were students of a private school in Bhilai. Their son Yashant had recently passed Class 5 and was preparing to enter Class 6, while daughter Drishti had completed Class 8 and moved to Class 9. Relatives described the children as academically active and well-behaved. The deaths of the two minors have left relatives and neighbours in deep shock.

Husband Worked In Share Trading

According to officials, Govind Sahu worked in share trading and reportedly operated an office in Bhilai’s Priyadarshini area. Police said the family lived in a joint household arrangement with Govind’s brothers. Relatives informed investigators that Govind had recently returned from a pilgrimage to Balaji around eight days before the incident. Other members of the extended family had reportedly travelled to Puri and returned shortly before the bodies were discovered.

Police Probe Continues

Additional Superintendent of Police Sukhnandan Rathore said the exact cause of death would become clear only after postmortem reports are received. Police teams are currently examining mobile phones, call details, and digital records linked to the family. Statements of relatives, neighbours, and acquaintances are also being recorded. Investigators said they are trying to determine whether prolonged domestic conflict, mental stress, or other factors contributed to the deaths. Forensic experts inspected the room and collected evidence from the spot for detailed analysis.

The incident has once again raised concerns regarding mental health, family disputes, and emotional distress inside households. Officials stated that all aspects of the case are being investigated carefully and no final conclusion has been reached so far.

Rewa Man Ends Life After 17 Days On Run For Wife’s Murder

Daughter Witnessed Brutal Knife Attack

A man accused of stabbing his wife to death in front of their teenage daughter allegedly died by suicide on Thursday night, ending a 17-day-long manhunt. Police found the body of the accused, Deepak Mishra, in Pithampur, Dhar district, early on Friday morning.

Body Recovered From Pithampur

The development comes nearly two and a half weeks after the primary incident shook the Sagar locality. According to officials, Mishra had been evading arrest since April 7. Local police were alerted about a suspicious body, later identified as the absconding accused. No suicide note has been recovered from the spot yet.

Attack Happened Before Holi

The gruesome attack took place on the night of April 7. Officials said Mishra, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, attacked his wife, Shikha Mishra, with a kitchen knife. He inflicted multiple blows on her stomach and neck. The couple’s elder daughter, Disha, was present in the house and witnessed the assault on her mother.

Victim Died During Treatment

Shikha was rushed to Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in a critical condition. However, doctors could not save her. She succumbed to her injuries during treatment. The police registered a case of murder and launched a search for the husband, who had fled the spot immediately after the crime.

Affair, Instagram Led To Fights

According to officials familiar with the matter, a pattern of intense domestic friction had emerged. The Additional Superintendent of Police, Udit Mishra, told reporters that the wife’s family alleged the accused was involved in an extramarital relationship. “The couple used to quarrel frequently over this issue. The accused was also upset over his wife using Instagram actively. It became a recurring flashpoint,” an officer stated.

Police Probe Both Angles

Investigators are now verifying call records and social media activity. Preliminary findings suggest that a combination of the alleged affair and arguments over social media usage created a volatile atmosphere at home. The police have recorded statements from family members and neighbours. Authorities have not ruled out examining the minor daughter’s testimony about the night of the attack.

Autopsy Underway, Case Continues

The body of the accused has been sent for post-mortem examination. While the primary accused is dead, the police told this English news portal India that they will submit a final closure report before the court after completing all procedural formalities. Officials confirmed that no other family member has been named as an accomplice so far.

Authorities have urged citizens to report any history of domestic violence to local police stations. Counselling resources for families under stress are also being suggested by district social welfare bodies. Further updates are awaited as the forensic report comes in.