
Shivanna is believed to have smothered his two sons to death before ending his life at their residence at night on May 1, 2026.
| Photo Credit: Illustration by Satheesh Vellinezhi
A 40-year-old man allegedly killed his two minor sons before committing suicide in Alkere village of Kunigal taluk in Tumakuru district of Karnataka, on May 1.
The deceased has been identified as Shivanna (40) and his sons Jeevan (11) and Pranesh (6). Shivanna was serving as a priest at the Malleshwara Swamy temple in the village. He was also employed in a private company.
Published – May 02, 2026 04:46 pm IST


