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A heart-wrenching incident has come to light from America’s Georgia state, where an Indian woman and her three relatives were shot dead. This bloody incident was carried out by the woman’s husband. During the firing, three children present in the house hid in the cupboard to save their lives. Later, one of the children showed courage and called the emergency number, due to which the police could reach the spot.

The incident occurred around 2:30 am on Friday in the Brook Ivy Court area of ​​Lawrenceville city (near Atlanta). Police received a 911 call that there had been shots fired at a home. When the police reached the spot, the bodies of four adults were lying inside the house. All of them died due to bullet injuries.

identification of those who died

According to local media and police, the accused has been identified as 51-year-old Vijay Kumar. Apart from his wife Meemu Dogra (43), three relatives Gaurav Kumar (33), Nidhi Chander (37), Harish Chander (38) are among those killed. Police say that this incident appears to be to a family dispute, although the investigation of the entire matter is still going on.

Children’s wisdom saved lives

Three children were also present in the house at the time of the incident. As soon as the firing started, the children hid in the cupboard out of fear. According to the police, one of the children somehow called and informed the emergency services. The children were not injured and were later handed over to the care of another family member.

Indian Embassy expressed condolences

The Indian Consulate in Atlanta has expressed deep sorrow over this incident. The embassy issued a statement on social media platform

Accused arrested, case under serious sections

Police have arrested the accused Vijay Kumar. Several serious sections have been imposed against him, including Felony Murder, Malice Murder,

Aggravated assault and cruelty to children. Police say that the case is being investigated from every aspect, so that it can be clear what was the real reason behind the firing.

Atmosphere of fear among NRIs

After this incident, there is an atmosphere of panic and mourning in the Indian community living in America. People are calling this the most horrific example of domestic violence. Non-resident Indian organizations have also expressed condolences to the victim’s family and expressed concern about the future of the children. At present, only after the police investigation it will be clear what happened that forced a husband to open fire on his own family.