Ranchi, September 8, 2026: The body of a youth was found under suspicious circumstances near Bada Talab in Ranchi’s Kotwali police station area on Tuesday morning, triggering concern among local residents.
People passing through the area reportedly noticed the body and informed the police. A police team from Kotwali police station reached the spot and began an investigation.
The deceased was identified as Mohammad Sarwar, a resident of Karbala Chowk.
Body sent to RIMS for post-mortem
Police took the body into custody, completed the necessary inquest proceedings and sent it to Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) for post-mortem examination.
The exact cause of death has not yet been established. Police said the post-mortem report will be important in determining the circumstances surrounding the death.
The deceased’s family members were informed and questioned by investigators to gather further information.
CCTV footage being examined
Police are examining CCTV footage from the surrounding areas as part of the investigation.
Investigators are looking into different possibilities to determine whether the death resulted from an accident, suicide or any other circumstance. No conclusion has been reached at this stage.
Further action will be taken based on the post-mortem findings and other evidence collected during the investigation.
