Body Discovered Monday Morning After Going Missing Sunday Evening
Key Points:
- 35-year-old Sonu Manjhi found murdered with sharp weapon in Chandil
- Blood trail led brother to body in bushes near Laakdi village
- Land dispute suspected as motive behind the brutal killing
CHANDIL – A 35-year-old man was found dead in bushes in Chandil’s Laakdi village on Monday morning, with police suspecting a land dispute as the motive.
Sonu Manjhi left his home in Maklikocha Tola on Sunday evening. He never returned. His family grew concerned overnight.
On Monday morning, his brother went searching for him. Blood stains appeared along the path. The brother followed the trail through the area.
The blood marks led him to nearby bushes. However, what he discovered shocked the entire village. Sonu Manjhi’s body lay hidden in the undergrowth.
Police from Neemdih station arrived at the scene immediately. They took custody of the body. Moreover, they sent it to Saraikela Sadar Hospital for postmortem examination.
Neemdih Station In-charge Santan Tiwari provided crucial details. “The deceased was likely killed with a sharp weapon,” he stated. The investigation has officially begun. Murder charges are being considered.
Police are treating this as a homicide case. Initial evidence points to a planned attack. The authorities are gathering witness statements from local residents.
Land disputes have been common in the region recently. Investigators are examining this angle closely. Family members are being questioned about any ongoing conflicts.
The postmortem report will determine the exact cause of death. Furthermore, written complaints from family members will guide further action. Police have registered the case under relevant sections.
Forensic teams collected evidence from the crime scene. Blood samples and other materials were preserved. The investigation continues with multiple leads being pursued.
Local residents expressed shock over the incident. The victim was known in the community. However, police have not yet made any arrests.
