Daijiworld Media Network - Greater Noida

Greater Noida, Oct 17: A couple and their three children were found dead at their home in Nagla Shri Padam village in Rabupura, Greater Noida, on Saturday morning, with police suspecting a possible case of food poisoning.

The deceased were identified as Mahesh, 37, his wife Lalita, 35, their daughter Mishti, seven, and their two sons, Laddu, 11, and Sakshat, three.

According to police, preliminary findings point towards possible food poisoning. Local residents and Mahesh’s mother said the family had consumed noodles the previous night.

Following the incident, forensic experts and a team from the Food Safety Department reached the village to examine the scene, collect evidence and gather food samples for testing.

Police have initiated inquest proceedings, and the bodies are being sent for post-mortem examinations to establish the cause of death.

Officials said the exact circumstances surrounding the deaths remain unclear. Further legal action will be taken based on the post-mortem reports and forensic findings.