Patna, November 13, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Three members of a family, including a 12-year-old boy, died after allegedly consuming poison following a dispute over the sale of family land in Bihar’s Vaishali district. A 15-year-old girl remains in critical condition, police said on Friday.
The incident took place on Thursday night in Premraj village, under the jurisdiction of Goraul police station. The deceased have been identified as Nirmala Devi (55), her daughter-in-law Seema Devi (35), and Seema’s son Munna Kumar (12). Seema’s 15-year-old daughter, Rishika, is undergoing treatment at a hospital.
According to preliminary information, the four family members allegedly consumed a poisonous substance on Thursday night. They were found on Friday morning, by which time three had died, while Rishika was in a critical condition.
Police said the incident reportedly followed a dispute over the sale of family property. Local accounts suggested that Rahul, Nirmala Devi’s son, had allegedly been selling family land repeatedly. He reportedly sold another plot on Thursday before leaving the village.
However, investigators have not yet established the exact circumstances or motive behind the incident.
Goraul Station House Officer Sunil Kumar said preliminary findings indicated that the deaths might have occurred following poison consumption. Police have sent the bodies for post-mortem examinations and are examining all aspects of the case.
Investigators are also awaiting an improvement in Rishika’s condition so that her statement can be recorded. Her account may help establish the sequence of events leading to the incident.
The deaths triggered shock in Premraj village, with residents gathering after the news spread. Police teams from Goraul and neighbouring areas reached the spot and launched an investigation.
Further investigation is underway.
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