Mumbai, August 16, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
An Indian Navy sailor, his wife and their two minor children were found dead at their residence in Navy Nagar, Colaba, in south Mumbai, police said on Sunday.
The incident was reported on August 15. Preliminary findings indicate that the sailor may have died by suicide, while his wife and children, aged two months and three years, are suspected to have died after being poisoned. Police said the exact circumstances and sequence of the deaths have not yet been established.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Manish Kalwaniya said a prima facie investigation indicated that the sailor died by hanging, while poisoning appeared to be the cause of death of his wife and two children.
A post-mortem examination is underway, and police said its findings, along with other evidence collected during the investigation, will help establish the precise causes and sequence of the deaths.
The Indian Navy has confirmed the incident and said it is assisting the police investigation.
“In an unfortunate incident at Navy Nagar, Colaba, an Indian Navy sailor along with his wife and 2 children have been found dead at their residence on 15 Aug 26. Investigation is in progress by the Police and the Indian Navy is extending all possible assistance towards the same,” the Navy said in a statement.
Police and Navy officials are examining the circumstances preceding the deaths and other relevant evidence. The identities of the deceased have not been disclosed so far.
The investigation remains underway, with authorities awaiting the post-mortem findings. Further details are expected as the probe progresses.
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