Mohali: Man’s body found from Chandigarh forest 3 weeks after he went missing, 2 arrested

During the probe, police discovered that Anil Kumar, a native of Mansa and currently residing in village Kubahha, had been missing since October 15. Investigations later revealed that he had been murdered by unidentified persons who disposed of his body to hide the crime.

“On November 3, SI Satnam Singh added Section 103(1) (murder) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) to the ongoing investigation and arrested two accused. During questioning, they revealed the location of the victim’s body, which was recovered from the forest area near Sector 53, Chandigarh,” the DSP said.

The arrested accused have been identified as Chhote Lal, alias Neeraj, a resident of village Kajheri, Chandigarh; and Badal, also from Kajheri. A third suspect, Sahil Kabadiya has been named as an accused but is still absconding.

Police recovered the decomposed body of the victim, while the weapon used in the crime, a katar (sharp-edged weapon) and the victim’s motorcycle are yet to be recovered.

Explaining the motive, police said, “The murder appears to have been driven by personal rivalry. The accused Chhote Lal had befriended a girl from Kajheri, treating her as his sister. About a month ago, the deceased Anil Kumar had assaulted this girl, which led to resentment and, eventually, his killing.”

Both arrested accused are currently on police remand for further interrogation. DSP Singh added that if any other person’s involvement comes to light during the investigation, they will also be booked in the case.

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