Name: Varad.
Name: Sarthak.
Age at death: 7.
Died: September 9, 2017.
Cause of death: Strangled or poisoned.
Location: Kalwa, Thane, India.
Disability: Developmental disability.
Details:
Twin brothers Varad and Sarthak were killed–either poisoned or strangled–by their mother, who then committed suicide.
They took dance lessons and attended a special school.
Case status:
Archana Kadam (Mother), deceased.
Source:
Mumbai woman battling depression strangles mentally challenged sons, hangs herself
Kalwa Murders and Suicide: ‘Mother was frustrated at mentally challenged twins’ condition’, says Police