Lucknow Police are currently investigating the deaths of two women, Jyoti and Priyanka, in an alleged double homicide. The incident, which came to light on Thursday evening, May 23, 2024, occurred at a residence in Jankipuram Extension, Lucknow. Anoop Kumar Srivastava, an employee with the State Bank of India (SBI) and the alleged perpetrator, was found at the scene with injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.

The incident was discovered when Anoop Srivastava's son returned home from school and found the main door locked from the inside. Unable to gain entry, the son contacted a relative, who subsequently alerted the police. Upon arrival at the scene, law enforcement personnel found Anoop Srivastava unconscious with a gunshot wound to his neck. Inside the residence, police located the bodies of his wife, Jyoti, and his sister, Priyanka. A licensed pistol, believed to be the weapon used in the incident, was also recovered from the site.

Authorities reported that Anoop Srivastava had allegedly updated his WhatsApp status with messages detailing the events. These posts, which appeared before the police arrived, reportedly included statements indicating the alleged acts. One status update reportedly read, "She cheated on me. I shot her dead. Now I have to kill my sister. Call police." A subsequent update was reported to state, "Now I have shot my sister." These messages have become a key part of the ongoing police investigation.

ADCP (North) Abhijit R Shankar confirmed details surrounding the case, stating that Anoop Srivastava was admitted to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition. Police are awaiting his recovery to record an official statement. Preliminary investigations suggest the motive behind the alleged murders may be linked to marital discord and suspicions of infidelity. Law enforcement officials are continuing to question family members and gather further evidence to establish a clear sequence of events and the precise motive.

Key details surrounding the investigation include:

  • Victims Identified: Jyoti (wife) and Priyanka (sister) of Anoop Kumar Srivastava.
  • Alleged Perpetrator: Anoop Kumar Srivastava, an SBI employee.
  • Location: Residence in Jankipuram Extension, Lucknow.
  • Date: Incident came to light on Thursday evening, May 23, 2024.
  • Method: Alleged use of a licensed pistol.
  • Evidence: WhatsApp status updates and the recovered firearm.
  • Condition of Alleged Perpetrator: Critical condition, receiving medical treatment for a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The Lucknow Police Department is actively conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. Further developments are expected as Anoop Srivastava's condition stabilizes and police are able to proceed with his interrogation, alongside continued forensic analysis of the scene and gathered evidence. The investigation aims to officially determine the sequence of events and ascertain the full circumstances leading to the deaths.