In a shocking incident that has stunned the city, a 31-year-old man, Naveen Singh, allegedly killed his mother, Santosh Singh (51), after a heated argument over a disconnected WiFi connection. The tragedy comes just months before the family was set to celebrate their daughter’s wedding in February 2026, turning what should have been a joyful period into grief.
Details of the Incident
According to Jaipur police, the dispute escalated quickly:
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Naveen reportedly strangled his mother and repeatedly struck her on the head with a wooden stick.
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Santosh was immediately rushed to a hospital but succumbed to her injuries during treatment.
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Police have arrested Naveen, who is currently in custody and under interrogation.
Family Reaction: Father Demands Strict Punishment
The victim’s husband, Laxman Singh, a Delhi Police constable, expressed his anguish:
“He ruined our family by killing his mother. Hang him; we have no connection with him anymore,”
Laxman revealed that Naveen had been struggling with drug addiction for several years, often isolating himself at home. Family relations had deteriorated to the point that the father had not spoken to his son for months prior to the incident.
Background: Addiction and Unemployment
Investigators noted:
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Naveen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and had previously worked at Genpact but had been unemployed for some time.
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His joblessness and addiction reportedly fueled violent behaviour, resulting in repeated clashes at home.
Police and forensic teams collected evidence from the family home, including the stick believed to be the murder weapon.
Authorities’ Statement
Officials described the killing as one of the most disturbing domestic violence cases in recent times, highlighting the deadly combination of addiction, unemployment, and family conflict.
Key Highlights
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Naveen Singh (31) allegedly kills mother, Santosh Singh (51), over WiFi dispute.
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Victim rushed to hospital but dies from injuries.
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Father, Laxman Singh, demands strict punishment.
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Case underscores addiction and domestic violence issues.
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Police have seized the alleged murder weapon and are investigating.
