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Delhi: Trapped in temple after fire broke out, elderly priest dies

"Upon initial inquiry, it was found that a heater was operational inside the room at the time of the incident," an officer said

Sharma, who was trapped inside the premises, was found lying unconscious

Trapped after a fire broke out at a temple in Rohini’s Prem Nagar area, a 65-year-old priest died on Saturday, said police.

The deceased, identified as Banwari Lal Sharma, lived at the temple, said the officials, adding that the incident took place around 2 am. The police and two fire engines rushed to the spot and they controlled the fire in an hour, a police officer said.

Sharma, who was trapped inside the premises, was found lying unconscious. He was immediately taken to a nearby hospital where the doctors declared him dead. “Upon initial inquiry, it was found that a heater was operational inside the room at the time of the incident,” the officer said.

During the investigation, statements of four witnesses were recorded, including two family members of the deceased, the caller, and one neighbour.

No one raised suspicion on any foul play, the officer added. The actual cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. Further probe is underway.

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