The incident took place on Saturday night after an argument broke out between Arya and her younger siblings over watching TV, according to the police. A 17-year-old girl was allegedly killed by her father, a schoolteacher, after a heated argument over watching television at their home in Maharashtra’s Satara district. The victim, identified as Arya Kadam, was a Class 11 student.
Police investigation
The police have launched a further investigation into the incident. Relatives and neighbours informed the police on Sunday morning. After the incident, Purushottam reportedly remained near his daughter’s body for some time before informing his wife. Blood stains were cleaned from the floor, while Arya’s bloodstained T-shirt was washed several times. The cricket bat was also allegedly thrown onto the roof. Police recovered the cricket bat from the roof and continued questioning the family. However, neighbours described Arya as friendly and affectionate.
Sheela, are teachers, according to the police, according to the police investigation: Both Purushottam and his wife. The family initially tried to make the incident appear different, police said. During interrogation, Purushottam reportedly told police that his daughter had developed behavioural problems and that he was frustrated by her actions.
