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California/US: Tragedy struck in San Mateo, California when a young Indian-American family was found dead in their home on February 12, 2024. Anand Sujit Henry, 42, his wife Alice Priyanka, 40, and their twin sons, Noah and Neathan, 4, were discovered by authorities in a heartbreaking scene. The family, originally from Kollam, India, had been living in the United States for nine years.
Police were informed by concerned neighbors who had not seen the family for some days. Upon entering the house, they were met with the grim sight of Henry, who had died from some unknown cause. The lack of any signs of forced entry or struggle puzzled investigators and they began exploring various possibilities.
According to preliminary findings a potential gas leak from the air conditioning system, as the victims seemed to have died from inhaling toxic fumes. However, as the investigation progressed, the police found gunshot wounds on Anand and Alice, casting doubt on the initial theory. The exact cause of death for the twins remains undetermined, but it is believed they may have been smothered, strangled, or given a lethal dose of medication.
Duo Anand and Alice were successful professionals in the IT industry before Anand decided to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams by starting his own business. The couple built a life for themselves and their children in San Mateo, a place they considered their home away from home. The Henry family’s sudden and tragic loss has left their friends, colleagues and the local Indian-American community in shock.
As police continue their investigation to determine the circumstances behind this devastating incident, the community is waiting for answers. The case has taken a dramatic turn, with the possibility of it being a murder-suicide. Official confirmation is still pending, as officials are eagerly awaiting the results of the post-mortem and lab reports.
