Lucknow (PTI): An elderly couple was shot dead by their minor nephew following an argument, police reported on Wednesday.
The incident occurred in the Takrohi area under Indira Nagar police station on Tuesday night, also injuring the couple’s son.
“Rajendra Singh (62) and his wife Saroj (56) were shot dead by their minor nephew after an argument on Tuesday night. The couple’s son was injured in the incident,” stated Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Abhijat R Shankar.
The altercation began around 10 pm between Singh and his sister, the mother of the accused. In a fit of rage, the minor shot Singh, his wife, and son, the DCP added.
The victims were rushed to the hospital, where Singh and his wife were declared dead. Their son is receiving treatment and is in stable condition, Shankar confirmed.
Authorities have formed teams to locate the minor, who is currently on the run.
Locals noted that Singh was a retired government employee who lived with his family, including his sister and her son, in the same house.
