Lucknow: In a shocking incident on New Year ‘s Eve, five members of a family were killed in a hotel in the Naka area of Lucknow. The accused, identified as 24-year-old Arshad, allegedly murdered his mother and four sisters at Hotel Sharanjeet.  

According to the police, the victims include Arshad’s mother, Asma, and his sisters—Alia (9 years), Alshia (19 years), Aksa (16 years), and Rahmeen (18 years). The accused is said to be a resident of Agra.  

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Central Lucknow, Raveena Tyagi, said the incident took place at Hotel Sharanjit in Naka area of the state capital.

“The accused, identified as Arshad (24), allegedly killed five members of his own family. Following the gruesome act, the local police promptly apprehended the accused from the crime scene,” Tyagi said.

Senior officials and local police rushed to the spot after getting the information. The forensic teams have been deployed at the crime spot to collect evidence while a detailed probe has been launched into the matter, she said.

“Inquiry is also being conducted with nearby hotel staff, and any findings will be shared with the media as soon as they come to light,” said Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime and Headquarters) Babloo Kumar.