A breakthrough in the murder case of Ankam Laxminarayana in Jagtial district, Telangana, was achieved through a lie detector test. Following the test, the police apprehended his son and daughter-in-law, who later confessed to the crime after forensic evidence substantiated their involvement. The motive behind the murder was revealed to be the frustration caused by Laxminarayana’s alcohol-induced behavior, which led to turmoil within the family. This revelation sheds light on the tragic incident and the family dynamics that played a role in the heinous act.