The father of the victims in the double murder case in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh’s Badaun set his bike on fire and tried to immolate himself on Sunday (Mar 24), police said.

This comes after the father was reportedly upset that the police have not been able to ascertain the motive behind the killing of his two children by a barber in their house.&nbsp;

<h2>Father of the victims was ‘angry’</h2>

According to the police, Vinod Kumar, the children’s father, after setting his bike on fire, tried to immolate himself but the law enforcement officials stopped him.&nbsp;

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Kumar’s two children, Ayush (12) and Ahaan (8) were killed, while his third child Yuvraj, 10, was admitted to hospital with serious wounds.

The shocking incident took place in Budaun’s Baba colony area on March 19.&nbsp;

Speaking about Kumar’s actions on Sunday, senior superintendent of police Alok Priyadarshi said the father of the victims was missing his children because of Holi and set his bike on fire in rage.&nbsp;

“Seeing their shoes, clothes and other festival items, he could not stop himself and set fire to his bike to vent his anger,” said Priyadarshi.&nbsp;

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Vinod’s mother Munni Devi, as per news agency PTI, said it’s been six days since she lost her grandchildren but the police were yet to come up with a motive behind the incident.

“It seems that the police are hiding something.”&nbsp;

<h2>About the Badaun double murder case</h2>

The accused in the case have been identified as Sajid and Javed, both barbers.&nbsp;

Sajid was killed in an encounter with police on the same day that he allegedly killed Kumar’s children.

Javed switched off his phone and tried to escape to Delhi but was arrested on Wednesday night (Mar 20) from Bareilly. &nbsp;

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He came back supposedly to surrender and was caught by the police at the Bareilly bus stand.

As per the post-mortem report, 14 stab wounds were found on Aayush's body and nine on his younger brother Ahaan, which totalled 23 stab wounds.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The father of the victims in the double murder case in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh’s Badaun set his bike on fire and tried to immolate himself on Sunday (Mar 24), police said.

The father of the victims in the double murder case in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh’s Badaun set his bike on fire and tried to immolate himself on Sunday (Mar 24), police said. This comes after the father was reportedly upset that the police have not been able to ascertain the motive behind the killing of his two children by a barber in their house. Father of the victims was ‘angry’ According to the police, Vinod Kumar, the children’s father, after setting his bike on fire, tried to immolate himself but the law enforcement officials stopped him. WATCH | Double murder case: Barber kills two kids in India's Badaun Kumar’s two children, Ayush (12) and Ahaan (8) were killed, while his third child Yuvraj, 10, was admitted to hospital with serious wounds. The shocking incident took place in Budaun’s Baba colony area on March 19. Speaking about Kumar’s actions on Sunday, senior superintendent of police Alok Priyadarshi said the father of the victims was missing his children because of Holi and set his bike on fire in rage. “Seeing their shoes, clothes and other festival items, he could not stop himself and set fire to his bike to vent his anger,” said Priyadarshi. Also Read | Badaun double murder: Police arrest second accused, autopsy reveals 23 stab wounds Vinod’s mother Munni Devi, as per news agency PTI, said it’s been six days since she lost her grandchildren but the police were yet to come up with a motive behind the incident. “It seems that the police are hiding something.” About the Badaun double murder case The accused in the case have been identified as Sajid and Javed, both barbers. Sajid was killed in an encounter with police on the same day that he allegedly killed Kumar’s children. Javed switched off his phone and tried to escape to Delhi but was arrested on Wednesday night (Mar 20) from Bareilly. Also Read | Badaun double murder case: Key updates and what we know so far He came back supposedly to surrender and was caught by the police at the Bareilly bus stand. As per the post-mortem report, 14 stab wounds were found on Aayush's body and nine on his younger brother Ahaan, which totalled 23 stab wounds. (With inputs from agencies)

Badaun double murder case: Father of victims sets bike on fire, attempts self-immolation

In a disturbing incident that has shaken the community, two young brothers, aged 11 and 6, were brutally murdered on Tuesday evening (March 19) in Baba Colony&nbsp;of Badaun town in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh.

The harrowing crime was reportedly perpetrated by a man identified as Sajid, who was subsequently killed in a confrontation with the police.

According to reports, the children, named Ayush and Honey, were playing on the terrace of their home when Sajid arrived and waited for an opportune moment before carrying out the brutal attack.

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Rakesh Kumar, the Bareilly Inspector-General of Police, explained that Sajid killed the children and attempted to escape from the scene.

"The police arrived at the location, and the suspect attempted to flee. We chased him and he opened fire at the police, resulting in a shootout during which he was fatally wounded," Kumar stated.

<h2>Here's what we currently know:</h2>

- Two young brothers, aged 11 and 6, were viciously murdered on Tuesday evening in Baba Colony, Badaun, Uttar Pradesh. 
- The accused, identified as Sajid, allegedly committed the crime while the children were playing on the terrace of their home. 
-The man, who was a barber by profession, came into the house of one of his acquaintances with whom he reportedly had a dispute earlier and killed his two male children.&nbsp; 
- After the killings, Sajid tried to escape but was pursued by the police and killed in a shootout when he fired at them. 
- Badaun SSP, Alok Priyadarshi, reported that Sajid entered the house around 7:30 pm and attacked the children on the terrace.

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- The murder weapon and the revolver used by Sajid have been recovered by the police. 
- The family of the victims has named Sajid's brother, Javed, in the FIR, and efforts are underway to locate and apprehend him. 
- While the motive remains unclear, there are indications of a possible dispute over money leading to the incident. 
- The double murder incited outrage among locals, resulting in protests and disturbances in Baba Colony. 
- The police presence has been enhanced in the area to maintain order, and authorities have urged the public to remain calm.

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- Badaun District Magistrate, Manoj Kumar, has assured a comprehensive investigation to uncover the motive and bring any accomplices to justice. 
- Police have detained Sajid's father and uncle for questioning. Further details are awaited.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a disturbing incident that has shaken the community, two young brothers, aged 11 and 6, were brutally murdered on Tuesday evening (March 19) in Baba Colony of Badaun town in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh.

In a disturbing incident that has shaken the community, two young brothers, aged 11 and 6, were brutally murdered on Tuesday evening (March 19) in Baba Colony of Badaun town in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. The harrowing crime was reportedly perpetrated by a man identified as Sajid, who was subsequently killed in a confrontation with the police. According to reports, the children, named Ayush and Honey, were playing on the terrace of their home when Sajid arrived and waited for an opportune moment before carrying out the brutal attack. Also read: Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev of Isha Foundation undergoes critical brain surgery at Delhi hospital Rakesh Kumar, the Bareilly Inspector-General of Police, explained that Sajid killed the children and attempted to escape from the scene. "The police arrived at the location, and the suspect attempted to flee. We chased him and he opened fire at the police, resulting in a shootout during which he was fatally wounded," Kumar stated. Here's what we currently know: - Two young brothers, aged 11 and 6, were viciously murdered on Tuesday evening in Baba Colony, Badaun, Uttar Pradesh. - The accused, identified as Sajid, allegedly committed the crime while the children were playing on the terrace of their home. -The man, who was a barber by profession, came into the house of one of his acquaintances with whom he reportedly had a dispute earlier and killed his two male children. - After the killings, Sajid tried to escape but was pursued by the police and killed in a shootout when he fired at them. - Badaun SSP, Alok Priyadarshi, reported that Sajid entered the house around 7:30 pm and attacked the children on the terrace. Also read: VIRAL VIDEO | Bengaluru woman alleges man groped her and tried to flee - The murder weapon and the revolver used by Sajid have been recovered by the police. - The family of the victims has named Sajid's brother, Javed, in the FIR, and efforts are underway to locate and apprehend him. - While the motive remains unclear, there are indications of a possible dispute over money leading to the incident. - The double murder incited outrage among locals, resulting in protests and disturbances in Baba Colony. - The police presence has been enhanced in the area to maintain order, and authorities have urged the public to remain calm. Also read: UP double murder horror: Barber brutally kills two children in Budaun, dies in police encounter - Badaun District Magistrate, Manoj Kumar, has assured a comprehensive investigation to uncover the motive and bring any accomplices to justice. - Police have detained Sajid's father and uncle for questioning. Further details are awaited. (With inputs from agencies)

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