Haryana woman arrested for killing four children out of jealousy, including her own son

In a chilling revelation from Haryana’s Panipat, a woman allegedly driven by deep-seated jealousy has been arrested for killing four children, including her own son, by drowning them in tubs and water tanks. Police say the murders were motivated by her belief that certain girls were more beautiful than her, leading to a disturbing pattern of targeted killings.

Investigation Triggered by Suspicious Death

The case came to light after the recent death of a six-year-old girl in Naultha village. Initially thought to be accidental, the circumstances of the drowning soon aroused suspicion. The post-incident investigation uncovered striking similarities with earlier child deaths involving shallow water, prompting authorities to probe further.

Victims Included Niece and Own Son

According to police, the woman first killed her sister-in-law’s daughter in Bohad village of Sonipat in 2023. To divert attention and avoid suspicion, she later drowned her own son. The murders continued at her maternal home and again during a wedding in Naultha village, where her niece Vidhi became the latest victim. Each child was found drowned in extremely shallow water, in one case just a foot deep a detail that raised immediate red flags for investigators.

Confession and Disturbing Behaviour

Police officials revealed that the accused confessed to killing four children, three of whom were girls related to her. Investigators noted that she would allegedly 'celebrate' after committing the crimes, underscoring the deliberate and chilling nature of her actions.

The case, solved within 36 hours of the latest incident, has shocked the region. Authorities say the woman meticulously staged each death as an accident, revealing calculated cruelty. The arrest brings some closure to grieving families, even as the community grapples with the horrifying motive behind the murders.