An Indian-origin teen, Arjun Aravind, 17, was arrested for allegedly murdering his mother and brother in their Acton home after reportedly searching kill family fantasies online.
The incident came to light on Tuesday evening
Aug 13, 2026
09:36 am
What's the storyA 17-year-old Indian-origin teenager, Arjun Aravind, has been charged with the murder of his mother and younger brother at their home in Acton, Massachusetts.
The victims were identified as Sudha Venkatesan (45) and Siddarth Aravind (14).
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