Pala: A family of five including three kids were found dead in their rented house in the Pala area of Kottayam district, a police official said.
The victims have been identified as Jaison Thomas, a 44-year-old resident of Njandupara, Akalakunnam, along with his wife and their three children under the age of 10.
Jaison was found hanging, while his wife and children were found lying on the bed with signs of bleeding.
The head of the family, Jayson was a driver by profession.
According to the police official, the primary conclusion is that Jayson died by suicide after killing his wife and children.
Further investigation is underway. (with Agency inputs)
