Tue Nov 05 16:38:50 UTC 2024: ## Family of Four Found Dead in Varanasi, Husband Suspected of Murder-Suicide

**Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh:** A horrific incident shocked the Bhadaini locality of Varanasi this morning, leaving a family of four dead. The bodies of Nitu Gupta (45), her sons Navanendra (25), Shubhendra (15), and daughter Gaurangi (16) were discovered at their home, riddled with bullet wounds.

Police believe the family was shot while sleeping, with initial investigations pointing towards a pistol as the murder weapon. Bullet casings were recovered from the scene.

Rajendra Gupta, Nitu’s husband and the father of the deceased children, was initially missing. He was later found dead at a construction site with a gunshot wound, leading police to suspect a murder-suicide.

According to senior police officer Gaurav Banswal, Rajendra Gupta had a history of violence, having been accused of multiple murders in the past. He was currently out on bail.

The family reportedly had a history of domestic disputes, and witnesses have stated that Nitu and Rajendra frequently argued. Rajendra had been staying elsewhere for over a year before returning for Diwali.

Police are investigating various angles, including the possibility of a property dispute as a motive. The family owned several properties and Rajendra ran a profitable country-made liquor business.

While rumors of a tantrik influencing Rajendra to murder his family are circulating, police have not confirmed this and are investigating all leads. The investigation is ongoing.

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