Ghola police recovered the hanging bodies of an elderly couple, Shekhar Samanta (65) and Monika Samanta (57), from their residence in Mahendra Nagar village of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. The police initially suspect suicide but are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding their deaths. The bodies were sent for post-mortem examination to establish the cause of death.
Family members, including the deceased’s brother and nephew, stated that the couple did not have any financial problems. They confirmed that Monika Samanta, the wife, was undergoing treatment for nerve-related issues but otherwise had no known health or personal problems. Neighbors expressed surprise over the incident, describing the deaths as mysterious.
Police are investigating both possibilities of suicide and foul play, including whether the deaths were connected to a property dispute. Officers are collecting evidence and questioning local residents to clarify the events leading to the deaths. The investigation remains active as authorities await post-mortem results.