Lucknow Double Murder‑Suicide Linked to Rs 1 Crore Alimony Claim, Police Say

Lucknow police have opened an investigation into a double murder‑suicide that shocked the city. According to officials, the incident involved a husband and wife, both of whom were found dead at their residence. Preliminary inquiries revealed that the husband had been seeking a hefty alimony payment of Rs 1 crore from his spouse.

Investigators are focusing on whether the financial dispute escalated into the fatal act. The police have collected forensic evidence from the scene and are interviewing neighbours and relatives to piece together the sequence of events.

The case has drawn public attention due to the unusually large alimony claim and the tragic outcome. Authorities have assured that the probe will be thorough and that any criminal liability will be pursued under the relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code.