Seven Members of Dehradun Family Found Dead in Car in Panchkula; Suicide Suspected
Seven members of a family from Dehradun, including three children, were found dead inside a car in Panchkula, Haryana. The deceased include Praveen Mittal (42), his parents, wife, and three young children. Preliminary police investigations suggest the family may have died by suicide, possibly due to mounting financial debt. The tragic incident occurred in Sector 27 of Panchkula.
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The Mittal family was reportedly facing a debt of around Rs 20 crore, which likely contributed to severe psychological distress and is suspected to be a key factor behind the tragic incident.
Authorities found evidence suggesting the family had consumed poison inside a parked car. Forensic teams were sent to the scene, and police are analyzing evidence and collecting statements to confirm the exact sequence of events.
There are reports indicating financial and psychological struggles, but it is unclear whether any explicit warnings or suicide notes were left. Police are investigating statements from relatives and neighbors to clarify this.
Police are investigating from all angles by questioning locals, reviewing CCTV footage, and conducting forensic analysis. They are recording statements from relatives to understand the family’s circumstances and confirm the reasons behind the tragedy.