Udupi: A 31-year-old man allegedly murdered his parents by attacking them with a hammer following a heated argument over a minor issue under the Brahmavar Police Station limits.
The accused has been identified as Shahid Ali (31).
Argument turns fatal
According to initial reports, a heated dispute broke out between Shahid and his parents over a trivial matter.
During the argument, Shahid allegedly attacked his parents with a hammer in a fit of rage, resulting in their deaths.
The exact circumstances leading up to the incident are yet to be established.
Police begin investigation
Police visited the scene following the incident and launched an investigation.
Further details about the deceased, the circumstances of the argument and the investigation are awaited.