Ludhiana Child Murder: Autopsy Details Reveal Brutal Killing, Police Pursue New Motive
LUDHIANA: In a tragic case that has shaken the local community, the autopsy of 9-year-old Aman, who was found murdered in bushes near his Kasabad village home, was conducted by a board of three doctors at Ludhiana Civil Hospital. The examination revealed critical details about the brutal nature of the crime while ruling out initial suspicions in some aspects.
Autopsy Findings: Throat Slit, No Visible Sexual Assault
The medical board's report indicated that the child sustained a severe injury to his neck, inflicted by a sharp-edged weapon. The cut was deep enough to damage the windpipe, directly causing death. Notably, doctors observed no visible signs of sexual assault on the body, nor any evidence of struggle prior to the fatal attack.
However, authorities emphasized that only a swab report can provide conclusive confirmation regarding potential sexual assault. The absence of visible evidence has prompted police to shift their investigative focus toward alternative motives.
Police Investigation: From Sexual Assault Suspicion to Interpersonal Rivalry
Initial police suspicions centered on possible sexual assault, but the autopsy findings have led investigators to explore other avenues. Law enforcement is now examining the possibility of interpersonal rivalry as the primary murder motive. This represents a significant shift in the case's direction as detectives work to understand what could have led to such violence against a child.
A murder section has been formally added to the First Information Report (FIR) originally lodged at Salem Tabri police station, reflecting the gravity of the crime.
Family's Agonizing Search and Protest
The investigation has been complicated by procedural delays that hampered early efforts. Aman went missing from outside his house on Thursday afternoon while playing, according to family statements to police.
For two crucial days, the distraught family moved between multiple police stations as authorities struggled to determine jurisdictional responsibility for the case. This confusion significantly delayed official search efforts during what might have been a critical window for intervention.
Frustrated by the lack of progress, the family organized protests outside the Salem Tabri police station and near Jalandhar Bypass Chowk, holding photographs of the missing child. It was only after these demonstrations that police informed the family they had officially registered an FIR. Hours later, Aman's body was discovered in bushes approximately two kilometers from his home.
CCTV Evidence and Ongoing Investigation
Police have obtained surveillance footage showing Aman walking behind an unidentified man toward the area where his body was eventually found. Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP-I) Sameer Verma confirmed, "Police have got CCTV camera footage showing the boy going behind a man towards the bushes."
However, Verma noted the footage lacks sufficient clarity to identify the individual, prompting authorities to examine additional surveillance cameras in the vicinity. When questioned about the autopsy findings, Verma stated that police are still awaiting the formal report while exploring all possible angles in their investigation.
The case continues to develop as forensic evidence is processed and additional leads are pursued in this disturbing crime that has highlighted both community safety concerns and procedural challenges in missing persons cases.
