Jalandhar, Punjab: A dead body was found in an empty plot in New Ratna Nagar, Jalandhar. The body bore marks of a sharp-edged weapon, raising suspicions of murder. Police from Basti Bawa Khel police station arrived at the scene upon receiving information about the body. Police said the body has been placed in the civil mortuary.

26-Year-Old Man Found Dead in Mysterious Circumstances

Preliminary investigation revealed that the young man had been ill and had been discharged from the hospital three days earlier. The deceased has been identified as 26-year-old Sandeep Kumar. His mysterious death has spread panic in the area.

According to locals, Sandeep was a heavy drinker. Some also said he had a fight with someone, which led to his murder.

Police Investigate Forehead Injury, Murder Angle

Station House Officer (SHO) said, “The injury on the forehead is being investigated.
Police Station Officer (SHO) of Basti Baba Khela, Jai Indra Singh, stated that an investigation is underway into the brawl. Regarding the injury found on the forehead, he said that it is possible that the injury was caused by falling on a stone.

However, he clarified that the actual cause of death and the possibility of homicide will only be clear after the postmortem report is released. Police have also spoken with the deceased’s mother and will take further action based on the family’s statements.