In a disturbing incident, the body of a 22-year-old youth was discovered near railway tracks in Ranchi on Tuesday, sparking a major police investigation. The deceased has been identified as Piyush, whose body was found close to the Lootbera river within the Ranchi district.
Police Launch Multi-Angle Investigation
Senior police officer Navin Sharma, who is the officer in-charge of the Budmu police station, confirmed the grim discovery. The body has been sent to the Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) for a detailed post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death.
Sharma stated that the police are exploring all possible angles in this case. The investigation is currently considering two primary theories: murder and a possible train accident. Forensic teams and investigators are meticulously examining the scene to gather evidence.
Family Alleges Foul Play, Provides Key Evidence
Adding a serious twist to the case, a relative of the deceased has come forward with a crucial piece of evidence. The relative claims that Piyush was shot dead and has handed over an empty cartridge to the police, which they reportedly found at the site where the body was discovered.
Officer Navin Sharma further elaborated on the scene, noting that a trail of blood was found at the incident location. This detail is being carefully analyzed to reconstruct the events leading to the young man's death.
Ongoing Probe and Next Steps
The Budmu police station is actively pursuing all leads. The findings from the post-mortem report are awaited, which will provide critical medical and forensic insights. Simultaneously, the empty cartridge has been sent for ballistic analysis to verify its connection to the case.
Authorities are also interviewing family members, friends, and potential witnesses to establish Piyush's movements prior to his death. The area near the Lootbera river and the railway tracks remains under scrutiny as the search for more evidence continues.
This tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the local community in Ranchi, with many awaiting answers from the ongoing police probe.
