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18 July 
Five members of a family were found dead inside a rented house in Raipur, with police investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident
Five members of a family were found dead inside a rented house in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, after neighbours alerted police about a foul smell from the locked residence. Authorities have launched a detailed investigation and are examining all possible angles, including financial difficulties reportedly faced by the family. Officials said the exact cause of death will be confirmed only after the post-mortem and forensic reports.
Raipur: Five members of a family were found dead inside a rented house in Raipur's Sanjay Nagar area, prompting a detailed police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths. The bodies were recovered after neighbours alerted authorities about a foul smell emanating from the locked residence.
The incident came to light late on Friday after neighbours noticed a foul smell coming from the locked house and alerted the police. Officers subsequently entered the residence and recovered the bodies.
Five Family Members Found Dead in Raipur House
The deceased have been identified as Sajid Ali (50), his wife Rabia Bano (45), their son Irshad Ali (20), and daughters Shahida Begum (15) and Irshaba Parveen (12).
According to police, family members had also been unable to contact the occupants for some time. After receiving the information, officers forced open the door and discovered the bodies inside the residence.
"Police have initiated a detailed investigation, and the exact cause of death will be established after forensic and post-mortem reports are received."
Police Examining Multiple Angles in Mass Deaths
Investigators said they are examining all possible angles as part of the inquiry. Preliminary findings are being verified, and officials have not reached a final conclusion regarding the sequence of events.
Police are also collecting evidence from the scene, recording statements from relatives and neighbours, and analysing digital and financial records that may assist the investigation.
Authorities have indicated that reported financial difficulties faced by the family are among the aspects being examined, but no official conclusion has been announced.
Forensic Team Conducts Scientific Examination
A forensic team and senior police officials inspected the house after the bodies were recovered.
The residence has been secured for investigation, and forensic experts are examining physical evidence collected from the scene. Officials said the bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination.
"The investigation will rely on scientific evidence, forensic findings and post-mortem reports before any conclusions are drawn," police said.
Investigation Continues
Police said the family had been living in the rented house for around eight months. Investigators are reviewing available evidence, including mobile phone records and other relevant documents, as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Officials have urged the public to avoid speculation while the investigation is underway and stated that further information will be shared once the forensic examination is completed.
