Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Tawi River drowning
2. Alleged murder investigation
A youth drowns in Tawi River under mysterious circumstances in Udhampur, leading to protests by the deceased’s family alleging murder. The victim, Akhil Kumar, drowned while collecting sand from the river with two others. Despite police efforts to recover the body, the family insisted on foul play and blocked the Dhar Road for investigation. The incident sparked a strong demonstration, with the family demanding justice. A case has been registered for further investigation, and the two accompanying youths were detained for questioning. The deceased’s body was eventually handed over to the family after postmortem. Watch the video for more details.
Family Members Protesting for Fair Investigation into Alleged Drowning Incident in Udhampur
In a tragic turn of events, a young man named Akhil Kumar, aged 20, met with a tragic end due to drowning in the Tawi River under mysterious circumstances in Udhampur. The incident, which took place in the Dibber area, has left the family members of the deceased in deep shock and disbelief.
The deceased, who was identified as Akhil Kumar, was the son of Ram Lal and a resident of village Sountha in Udhampur. He had gone to collect sand from the Tawi River along with two others when the unfortunate incident occurred. Akhil, who was a driver of a tractor, was accompanied by two helpers for collecting sand.
According to the police report, the trio was taking a bath in the Tawi River while collecting sand when Akhil suddenly slipped into deep water and drowned. Upon receiving the information, the Udhampur Police Station, led by SHO Raghuvir Singh, along with a police team, rushed to the spot. A search operation was launched with the help of the NDRF team, and the body was recovered the following morning.
However, the family members of the deceased are alleging foul play in Akhil’s death. They believe that he was murdered and have blocked the Dhar Road in Udhampur, demanding a fair and thorough investigation into the incident. The protest and road blockade continued for more than an hour until the family members dispersed following assurances from the police for a fair investigation.
In response to the family’s allegations, a case under Section 174 CrPC has been registered at the Udhampur Police Station for further investigation. The two youths who were accompanying Akhil at the time of the incident have also been detained for questioning.
After the completion of the postmortem, the deceased’s body was handed over to the family members for the last rites. The entire incident has left the community in shock and mourning, with questions looming over the circumstances surrounding Akhil’s tragic death.
The family’s demand for a fair investigation into the incident highlights the need for transparency and accountability in such cases. It is essential for the authorities to conduct a thorough inquiry to uncover the truth behind Akhil’s untimely demise and provide justice to his grieving family.
As the investigation progresses, the community awaits answers and closure in this heartbreaking tragedy. The family’s unwavering determination to seek justice for Akhil reflects their love and commitment to ensuring that the truth prevails in the face of adversity.