The shocking triple murder case in Delhi’s Peeragarhi came to light on February 8, when three people were found dead inside a parked car. The victims, two men and a woman, had no visible injuries, raising suspicion of foul play.

Lured with promise of wealth, victims poisoned in car

Police later arrested Kamruddin, a self-styled occult practitioner, who is accused of killing them by offering poison-laced sweets and drinks during a so-called ritual. Investigators said he promised the victims a huge financial gain, often described as a “dhanvarsha” or sudden shower of wealth, to gain their trust.

According to the Hindustan Times, Kamruddin travelled with the victims in their car and gave them the poisoned items during the journey. Once they lost consciousness, he allegedly took their money and abandoned the vehicle. The victims were later taken to the hospital but were declared dead. The accused is also suspected of targeting people facing financial stress, making them believe that his rituals could solve their problems and bring prosperity.

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A pattern of deception using occult rituals

Investigations have revealed a disturbing pattern in the accused’s methods. Police say Kamruddin used elaborate tricks and rituals to convince people of his supernatural powers. He allegedly asked clients to provide photographs of women from their families, claiming that a supernatural entity or “djinn” would bring wealth through them. Specific physical features were demanded, and failures were blamed on small “defects” in the ritual process. To build belief, he reportedly performed staged tricks, such as making money appear to multiply or pretending to cure illnesses without surgery. These acts helped him gain the trust of victims.

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Police have also found that he may be linked to multiple other cases across states, with investigators suspecting a wider network of crimes. In some cases, he allegedly used a toxic mix of substances, including aluminium phosphide and sleeping pills, to poison victims. The case has highlighted how blind faith and desperation can be exploited by fraudsters posing as spiritual healers. Investigations are ongoing to identify more victims and uncover the full extent of the accused’s activities.