Migrant found dead under mysterious circumstances

Jalandhar, July 18

A man identified as Raju, a migrant labourer from West Bengal, was found dead under mysterious circumstances near the Bashirpura bridge, close to the railway lines on Thursday morning.

The body was discovered by passersby, who immediately alerted the railway police. Responding promptly, GRP officials arrived at the scene and took custody of the body. The body was then transported to the Civil Hospital for a medical examination to determine the exact cause of the death.

According to preliminary reports from the police, Raju had been employed as a watchman in the Bashirpura area for several months. GRP police station in-charge Palwinder Singh said the body was found in a pool of blood with visible multiple injury marks.

“We are investigating the case from all angles and further proceedings will depend on the statements from the deceased’s family who will arrive by this evening”, he said, adding that they were exploring various leads.

When questioned about the possibility of murder, he maintained that it was too early to draw any conclusions. At this point, nothing could be said. “The death could be accidental, especially since the construction work was ongoing near the site. However, we are meticulously examining all aspects, including potential personal rivalries or enmities Raju might have had”, he added.

He further said they were also investigating Raju’s movements and the individuals he might have encountered before his demise.