News Flash Daily
09 March 
Heart-wrenching incident in KR Pete, Mandya, as a young couple dies by suicide following a suspected family dispute, while their 2-year-old child survives and is hospitalised
Mandya: A shocking and heartbreaking family tragedy has been reported from KR Pete town in Mandya district, Karnataka, where a young couple died by suicide after allegedly attempting to kill their two-year-old child. In a dramatic turn of events, the toddler miraculously survived the incident and is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital.
The deceased have been identified as Darshan and Divyashree, residents originally from Hosakote village, who had been living in a house in the Jayanagar locality of KR Pete along with their young child.
The incident, which occurred early on March 9, has left both families in deep shock and grief, while authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to the tragedy.
Young Family Ends in Tragedy
According to preliminary reports, Darshan and Divyashree were married about three years ago and had been living together with their two-year-old child in KR Pete. From the outside, the family appeared to be living a normal life.
However, in the early hours of Sunday morning, the couple allegedly took a drastic and tragic step following a suspected domestic dispute.
Police sources indicate that before taking their own lives, the couple allegedly attempted to kill their child by strangling the toddler, believing the child had died afterwards.
Toddler Survives in a Miraculous Turn
After the alleged attempt, the couple reportedly died by suicide inside their residence. However, in what many described as a miraculous survival, the child later showed signs of breathing despite losing consciousness.
Family members and locals rushed the child to a nearby hospital, where doctors began providing emergency medical treatment.
The toddler’s survival has been described by many as nothing short of miraculous, though the child is now left without parents following the tragic incident.
Families Devastated by the Incident
The heartbreaking event has left relatives from both families devastated. The news of the couple’s death and the child’s survival spread quickly in the area, drawing attention from local residents and authorities.
Emotional scenes were reported as family members gathered after learning about the incident.
The child, now under medical supervision, may require further care and support as authorities and relatives discuss the next steps regarding guardianship.
Police Investigation Underway
The incident occurred under the jurisdiction of the KR Pete Town Police Station, and officers arrived at the scene soon after receiving information about the tragedy.
Authorities have registered a case and begun a detailed investigation to determine the exact cause behind the couple’s decision.
While family conflict is suspected to have played a role, police officials stated that the precise reason for the tragedy will become clear only after the investigation is completed.
Officials are also gathering statements from family members, neighbors and other individuals who may provide information related to the couple’s recent circumstances.
