According to investigators, the accused family had been living since 2023 in an ancestral property in Bardhaman that had fallen to Paul's share through a family settlement. Police allege that the couple repeatedly attempted to purchase the property, claiming that Paul's siblings were willing to sell. However, the 49-year-old professor remained firmly opposed to the sale and had repeatedly asked the tenants to vacate the premises.
"She refused to part with her maternal grandfather's legacy and became the primary obstacle in their plans to acquire the property. They allegedly harboured deep resentment," a police officer said, adding that the claims are still being verified.
