• Moumi Mousumi
• 06 Mar, 2025

Kolkata is in shock after the horrifying Tangra incident, where three women from the same family were found brutally murdered. To uncover the truth, police took the arrested younger brother Prasun Dey to the crime scene for a detailed recreation.

Details & Context

- The incident took place at 21/C Atul Sur Road, in a four-story house.

- On February 18th, around early morning, Prasun and his elder brother Pranay Dey were in a car accident near Abhisikta More on the Bypass. Pranay’s minor son was also present during the accident.

- Following this, on the same day the bodies of Romi (Pranay’s wife), Sudeshna (Prasun’s wife) and their young daughter Priyambada were found with their throats and hands slit inside the Tangra residence.

Quotes

According to police sources, Prasun confessed during questioning that he was responsible for killing his wife, daughter and sister in law.

When taken back to the house for crime reconstruction, he broke down in tears upon seeing the photos of his wife and daughter.

Prasun reportedly told the investigators, “On February 12th all the elders of the family decided to commit suicide together. My wife and sister in law were aware of the plan to slit their throats and hands.”

Additional Information

- The investigation was carried out by the Scientific Wing of Lalbazar’s Detective Department along with the Tangra police station.

- The incident has sparked widespread discussions across the city, raising questions about the psychological state of the family members.

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Impact Analysis

The Tangra tragedy has left the city of Kolkata stunned with residents questioning what led the family to such a horrifying decision. The case also raises concerns about mental health awareness and the need for timely intervention.

Prasun Dey has refused to hire a lawyer, stating in court that he wishes to “choose the path of death through the law” once the charge sheet is filed. The Sealdah court has remanded him to police custody until Thursday.

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