Govt School Teacher, Wife, and Two Daughters Killed in Amethi; CM Yogi Vows ‘Strict Action’

A family of four, including a one-year-old infant and a six-year-old girl, was fatally shot at their residence in Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi on Thursday. The attack occurred despite a strong police presence in the area due to a local fair that drew large crowds.

Police reported that unidentified assailants broke into the home of a government school teacher, killing him, his wife, and their two daughters. The victims were identified as Sunil (35) and his wife Poonam (32).

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Police said the victims lived in a rented accommodation on the Bhavani Nagar roundabout in the city. Nine shells and one live cartridge were recovered from the crime scene, they said.

Amethi superintendent of police (SP) Anoop Kumar Singh said Sunil was a native of Raebareli and was posted in a government school in Panhauna. During the initial investigation, it was found that the family had filed a complaint against one Chandan Verma under the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, and for eve teasing, the officer said, adding that it is being investigated if the murders are related to the case.

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CM Yogi Adityanath Condemns Amethi Shootings

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognizance and expressed grief over the incident. He promised strict action against the culprits.

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In a post on X in Hindi, he said: “The incident that happened in Amethi district today is highly condemnable and unforgivable. My condolences are with the bereaved families. In this hour of grief, UP government stands with the victim’s family. The culprits of this incident will not be spared at any cost, strict legal action will be taken against them.”

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