Poonam, the psycho killer who brutally ended the lives of four innocent souls in Panipat, Haryana, now resides in the prison of her childhood village. Confined behind bars after confessing to her crimes, Poonam's world within the prison walls is a stark contrast to her former life. Cold nights pass in restless haste, plagued by insomnia, scant meals, and an overwhelming sense of unease. Once celebrating the murders of children, her reality is now one of discomfort and isolation.
Sources from Panipat Women's Jail indicate that since her arrest, Poonam has been unable to sleep well for the past two nights. The psycho killer finds herself restless, seen pacing or lying down at odd hours within her cell. Her appetite dwindles, as does her engagement with fellow inmates; she remains silent and distant.
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According to police sources, Poonam regrets her actions. However, acquaintances question the timing of her remorse, asking why she overlooked the weight of her deeds while taking innocent lives. During interrogation, Poonam admitted that her mind went numb amid the incidents. Originating from the village of Sewah in Panipat, Poonam is now confined to its local prison.
Why Did Poonam Kill? Jealousy Towards Beautiful Children
The police investigation into Poonam's confessions unraveled a chilling tale. Poonam's psyche revolved around being the family's most beautiful member. Envy toward pretty children spiraled into intense jealousy, triggering anger and, eventually, a murder plan.
The authorities mention that seeing children disturbed Poonam, clouding her mind until it shut off her senses, leading her to celebrate post-murder.
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Highly Educated, Yet Darkness Resided Within
Despite being well-educated with an M.A. in Political Science and a B.Ed from Gohana, Poonam married Naveen in 2019 and had a son, Shubham, in 2021. On paper, she was an ordinary, educated woman from a typical family but harbored a darkness that transformed her into a serial killer, unnoticed by relatives, neighbors, and family.
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The Full Story of Four Murders
January 13, 2023:
The First Two Murders - 11-Year-Old Ishika and Poonam's Three-Year-Old Son Shubham.
The initial incident occurred in the village of Bhavd, Sonipat. Sister-in-law Pinky’s daughter, Ishika, visited their home. Ishika’s beauty agitated Poonam, leading her to push Ishika into a water tank and hold her head underwater. To avert suspicion, Poonam killed her own son, Shubham, creating the illusion of an accidental drowning while trying to save each other. The family dismissed it as a tragic accident.
August 18, 2025: The Third Murder - Jiyaa (10), Niece
Poonam, visiting her parental village Sewah, groomed niece Jiyaa to sleep by her side, teaching her bartering words with her aunt. At 2 am, Poonam awoke, leading the child to an animal shed where she drowned her in a water tank, arousing further suspicion from Jiyaa’s uncle. However, Poonam's mother threatened legal action if false accusations tarnished their reputation, and the case was again viewed as an accident.
December 1, 2025: The Fourth Murder - Vidhi (6), Sister-in-law’s Daughter
This murder was the most horrific. At Naultha village, a wedding day turned tragic for beautiful six-year-old Vidhi. After the wedding procession, the house sat empty. Spotting Vidhi on the stairs, Poonam followed, leading her to a water-filled tub in the storeroom, drowning her. Questioned later about her wet clothes, her different stories aroused doubt among women.
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How Was the Psycho Killer Caught?
Vidhi of Naultha village raised investigative alarms. The small tub was unlikely to cause drowning independently, and the bathroom door was externally locked. CCTV unraveling Poonam’s solo movement; intense police interrogation led to her swift confession unraveling all four murders.
Poonam's Celebration Post-Murder
Police sources claim Poonam was eerily cheerful post-crime, her face grinning eerily, unresponsive to the sight of deceased children. Despite killing her sister-in-law's daughter Vidhi, it is that very woman who now nourishes and cares for Poonam's two-year-old boy, showcasing humanity amid tragedy.
In-laws in Shock - 'We Never Suspected'
In Bhavd village, Gohana, Poonam’s in-laws are bewildered. Her brother-in-law admits they never suspected her, considering Jiyaa and Shubham's deaths as unfortunate accidents. The dreadful reality unfolds as the killer was within their family, a seemingly educated woman turning into a child serial killer left villagers stunned and unable to fathom such betrayal.
Now behind bars, Poonam’s world shrinks, her visage cloaked in fear, remorse, and despair. Her life now hemmed by concrete walls, bars, and burgeoning guilt. Yet, repentance gains no redemption for the innocent lives lost; her narrative, a blend of horror and sorrow. From a mother, daughter-in-law, sister, betraying each bond to become a serial killer.
