Fri Jun 27 13:36:08 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
A 28-year-old woman, Amaravathi, in Vellode, India, allegedly killed her one-and-a-half-year-old son, Aathiran, and then committed suicide. Her husband, Kavin Prasad, discovered their bodies early Friday morning. Police are investigating the circumstances, including potential domestic issues or foul play, that may have led to the tragic event.
**News Article:**
**Mother and Toddler Son Found Dead in Vellode in Apparent Murder-Suicide**
**ERODE, INDIA – June 27, 2025** – A tragic incident has rocked the town of Vellode, near Erode, as a 28-year-old woman and her one-and-a-half-year-old son were found dead Friday morning. Amaravathi is suspected of killing her son, Aathiran, before taking her own life.
According to police reports, Amaravathi’s husband, Kavin Prasad, discovered the bodies after waking at 3 a.m. and finding his wife and child missing. He found Amaravathi hanging and rushed her to the Government Erode Medical College and Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Upon returning home, Kavin discovered his son’s body in a water tub.
Authorities were alerted and the child’s body was sent for post-mortem. Preliminary investigations suggest that Amaravathi killed her son before committing suicide.
“We are currently investigating all possible angles, including potential domestic issues and any possibility of foul play,” said a police spokesperson.
The incident has left the community in shock. The Vellode police are continuing their investigation to determine the full circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
*If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out for help. You can contact the State Health Helpline at 104 or Sneha’s Suicide Prevention Helpline at 044-24640050.*
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