Man poisons son, attempts suicide in Ahmedabad
A 47-year-old man allegedly poisoned his 10-year-old son before attempting to take his own life in Bapunagar, Ahmedabad. The accused, identified as Kalpeshbhai Govindbhai Gohel, resides in Government E Colony, opposite Narmada Society near Khalsa School.
According to the complaint filed by Kalpesh’s elder brother, Yogeshbhai Gohel, the tragic incident occurred on the morning of February 4, 2025 around 9.30 am. Yogeshbhai, a resident of Chandkheda, was informed by his son Mihir that their 15-year-old niece, Jiya, had called to report that her younger brother, Om, had suddenly fallen ill and was rushed to Shardaben Hospital.
Upon reaching the hospital, Yogeshbhai and his wife were devastated to learn that Om had been declared dead. After questioning Jiya, they discovered that on the morning of the incident, their mother had gone out, leaving Kalpesh alone at home with his children and their elderly parents.
Jiya recounted that her father had given both her and Om some medicine to prevent vomiting. Shortly afterward, Om began experiencing severe stomach pain and vomiting, and his lips turned blue.
Confession and Arrest
When confronted at the Bapunagar Police Station later that afternoon, Kalpesh allegedly confessed to poisoning his son by dissolving 30 grams of sodium nitrite in water and making him drink it.
Investigators are gathering evidence, including statements from family members and forensic analysis of the substance used.
Following the incident, authorities were alerted, and an investigation was launched. The Bapunagar police have registered a case under Section 103(1) of the BNS Act.
Officials have confirmed that Kalpesh has been taken into custody. His motive for the alleged crime remains unclear, and authorities are probing whether it was premeditated or carried out under mental distress.