Shivanna is believed to have suffocated his two sons to death before ending his life at their residence on the night of May 1, 2026. | Photo Credit: Illustration by Satheesh Vellinezhi
A 40-year-old man allegedly killed his two minor sons before committing suicide on May 1 at Alkere village in Kunigal taluk of Tumakuru district in Karnataka.
The deceased have been identified as Shivanna (40) and his sons Jeevan (11) and Pranesh (6). Shivanna served as a priest at the Malleshwara Swamy temple in the village. He was also employed by a private firm.
Published – 02 May 2026 16:46 IST
