Man kills wife, son, 2 priests, holds other kids hostage; shot in encounter | Varanasi News

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A 42‑year‑old man held three children hostage and killed his wife, son and two priests in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, before being shot dead by police during a seven‑hour standoff.

Published
23 Sep 2026 · 23:00 UTC
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Source: indiatimes.com

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