A family of four from Kerala, India, was discovered deceased inside their residence in San Mateo, California, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
Identified as Anand Sujith Henry (42), his wife Alice Priyanka (40), and their twin children Noah and Neithan (4), two of the victims were determined to have succumbed to gunshot wounds, while the cause of death for the other two is yet to be determined.
While the authorities are investigating the case as a possible murder-suicide, they have not ruled out other possibilities.
Initially, family members suspected carbon monoxide poisoning from the air conditioner or heater, as the family had previously experienced headaches and nausea. However, investigations revealed no evidence of gas leakage or malfunctioning appliances.
Both Anand and Alice were IT professionals residing in the US for the past nine years. Anand worked as a software engineer, while Alice was a senior analyst.
Having relocated to San Mateo County from New Jersey two years ago, they were esteemed by neighbors and colleagues alike for their amiable nature, diligent work ethic, and dedication to parenting.
The Indian Consulate in San Francisco is in contact with the family members in India, offering consular assistance and expressing condolences to the bereaved family and the Indian American community.
The motive behind the tragic incident remains unclear, with authorities awaiting the results of autopsy and forensic analysis. They have urged the public to provide any information that could aid in resolving the case.
This recent event follows a string of unfortunate incidents involving Indian students in the US, including the recent deaths of Sameer Kamath, a Purdue University student found deceased in Warren County last week, and Neel Acharya, another Purdue student discovered deceased on campus just last month, after being missing for several days.
Acharya was pursuing a dual degree in computer science and data science and was a member of the esteemed John Martinson Honors College.
